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disparate
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word 'disparate' is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe two or more things that are very different from each other. For example, "The farm had a disparate range of animals, from chickens to llamas."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Formal & Business
Science
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Human-verified examples
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
60 human-written examples
In the Lords, he became a fixture of the bar, always the centre of a disparate group of fellow peers, from right and left.
News & Media
In 1970, Fitt was one of a disparate group of leaders of the Catholic community, including John Hume, Austin Currie, Paddy Devlin and the Protestant Ivan Cooper, who came together to form the Social Democratic and Labour party (SDLP).
News & Media
Bin Laden and his senior associates have long struggled to make sure the disparate elements of the group and its various affiliated networks only attack targets they consider as legitimate.
News & Media
We all benefit if the system is just; directly if we are involved with the civil or criminal courts, and indirectly if our disparate society has confidence that a fair deal is possible through law.
News & Media
He now leads an opposition coalition, the People's Alliance, comprised of three disparate political parties - his own People's Justice party, the Islamic party PAS and the secular, largely Chinese-based Democratic Action party – which won a record number of parliamentary seats and five of the state governments in the March 2008 polls.
News & Media
As things stand in the evil empire, these two very disparate rebel factions – Wolves are bankrolled by Volkwagen whereas Gladbach have followed Dortmund's blueprint to grow organically, by sheer virtue of employing a superb coach in Lucien Favre and very good players – are both only four points adrift.
News & Media
It seems pretty inconceivable that this disparate band of parties could be part of a workable alliance, making the Labour-SNP option or a second election a surer bet.
News & Media
And is the future a group of disparate networks working on common standards rather than the big systems we associate with a more monolithic national health service?
News & Media
"We caveat this data – we have been for decades, cautioning individuals and organizations from drawing conclusions from it, because we recognize it is incomplete data, it is disparate data that leaves too many holes and gaps," Morris said.
News & Media
She said this undermined the claim of media commentators that voters no longer wanted to be governed by the main parties and would prefer a more disparate system.
News & Media
In the interim, the charismatic leader stitched together the disparate opposition and worked feverishly to tempt coalition members across the floor of the house with the ultimate aim of bringing down the government.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When using "disparate", ensure the context clearly establishes what is being compared. Clear context improves the reader's understanding of the distinct differences.
Common error
Avoid using "disparate" when "different" or "various" would suffice. Overusing "disparate" for minor distinctions can make your writing sound pretentious. "Disparate" is most effective when highlighting significant incongruities.
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Linguistic Context
The word "disparate" functions primarily as an adjective, modifying nouns to describe elements that are fundamentally different, distinct, or incongruous. Ludwig AI confirms its correct and usable status, demonstrating its role in specifying the nature of differences within a given context.
Frequent in
News & Media
54%
Formal & Business
23%
Science
23%
Less common in
Encyclopedias
0%
Wiki
0%
Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the adjective "disparate" is used to describe elements that are fundamentally different or incongruous. Ludwig AI identifies the word as correct and usable. It is most commonly found in news and media, formal business, and scientific contexts, highlighting its versatility across various forms of formal communication. When writing, remember to reserve "disparate" for significant differences rather than superficial variations. Using alternatives such as "dissimilar" or "distinct" can provide more clarity depending on the specific context.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
dissimilar
Emphasizes a general lack of resemblance or similarity.
distinct
Highlights clear and easily recognizable differences.
unalike
A straightforward term indicating a lack of similarity.
diverse
Suggests a variety of different elements within a group.
varying
Focuses on the differences between elements that change or fluctuate.
heterogeneous
Highlights the mixed or composed of different kinds of elements nature of something.
mismatched
Implies a lack of harmony or compatibility.
divergent
Indicates a tendency to move in different directions.
contrasting
Highlights the differences when compared side by side.
incongruous
Suggests something out of place or inappropriate in a given context.
FAQs
How to use "disparate" in a sentence?
Use "disparate" to describe elements that are fundamentally different or distinct from each other. For example, "The company's "disparate" divisions operated with little coordination."
What can I say instead of "disparate"?
You can use alternatives like "dissimilar", "distinct", or "diverse" depending on the specific context.
Which is correct, "disparate" or "different"?
"Disparate" and "different" are both correct but have slightly different meanings. "Disparate" implies a more fundamental or distinct difference than "different". Use "disparate" when emphasizing the incongruity or dissimilarity of elements.
What's the difference between "disparate" and "heterogeneous"?
"Heterogeneous" describes a group composed of diverse elements, while "disparate" emphasizes the distinct and often incompatible nature of those elements. You might describe a "heterogeneous" group of students, but use "disparate" to describe their conflicting opinions.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
89%
Authority and reliability
4.6/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested