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diversity

noun B2
/daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)sɪti/

Meanings

noun

the fact of including many different kinds of people, especially in a group or organization

diversity: the fact of including many different kinds of people, especially in a group or organization
noun

a range of different ideas, opinions, or experiences within a group or discussion

diversity: a range of different ideas, opinions, or experiences within a group or discussion
noun

the variety of different plants, animals, or other natural life in an area

diversity: the variety of different plants, animals, or other natural life in an area

Definition

Diversity is the presence of many different kinds of people, ideas, or things within a group or place.

Diversity means having a variety of different types within one group, such as different cultures, backgrounds, ages, or viewpoints. It can describe people in a community or workplace, but it can also describe a range of ideas, experiences, or natural species. When there is diversity, things are not all the same, and differences are included together.

Examples

  • Our university values diversity in its student body and teaching staff.
  • The manager said diversity of experience makes the team more creative.
  • This festival celebrates diversity by bringing many communities together.
  • They noticed greater diversity in the park after the habitat was restored.

Common mistake

Learners often confuse diversity (variety within one group) with difference (a contrast between two things).

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