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US/ˌdɪf.əˌren.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌdɪf.əˌren.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
the process of seeing or showing the differences between things, or of making something different
In context
Product differentiation helps small brands compete with much larger rivals.
Teachers use differentiation to give each student work at the right level.
There is little differentiation between the two candidates in their policies.
Words that go with differentiation
noun + noun
- product differentiationProduct differentiation is key in a crowded market.
- market differentiationMarket differentiation helps the brand stand out.
- cell differentiationCell differentiation turns stem cells into specialized ones.
- differentiation strategyThe firm adopted a differentiation strategy.
adjective + noun
- clear differentiationThere is a clear differentiation between the two roles.
noun + preposition
- differentiation betweenChildren show differentiation between the two sounds early on.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
the differentiation of A and BCorrect: the differentiation between A and B