disparate
UK: ˈdɪspərət | US: ˈdɪspərət
adj. fundamentally different or distinct in kind
adj. containing elements very different from one another
disparate = dis<apart> + par<equal> + ate<adjective suffix>
- dis (Latin dis-): "apart, in different directions"
- par (Latin par): "equal" (as in "parity")
- ate: adjective-forming suffix indicating a state or quality
Etymology Origin:
The word "disparate" originates from Latin disparatus, the past participle of disparare ("to separate"). It combines dis- (apart) + par (equal), implying things that are "unequal" or "not matched." Over time, it evolved to emphasize fundamental differences rather than mere inequality, reflecting a shift from quantitative to qualitative distinction.
The two theories offer disparate explanations for the phenomenon.
Their backgrounds were so disparate that collaboration seemed impossible.
The report highlights disparate outcomes across demographic groups.
Despite disparate interests, they found common ground.
The artist’s work blends disparate styles into a cohesive whole.