differing
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: differings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
difference
Noun
Examples
I knew nothing then of the great differings and philosophizings, the setting up and tearing down of fine lines technically and aesthetically between the two that had been going on among the devotees of each […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
unlike, dissimilar, distinct; that which differs
Adjective
Examples
A priority for the new pope will be to strengthen the church’s unity amid differing views and expectations within the institution and growing polarisation in the wider world.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “differing” mean?
difference
Is “differing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.