Difference

Variation or discrepancy between two entities.

variation distinction

A difference refers to a variation or discrepancy between two entities, such as objects, ideas, quantities, or characteristics. It highlights how things are not the same and can be observed in various contexts including mathematics, science, culture, language, and philosophy.

The word 'difference' comes from the Old French 'diference,' meaning 'a differing, distinction.'

discrepancy variation

contrast distinction

Comparative abstract conceptual