Diversify Meaning
/daɪˈvɜː.sɪ.faɪ/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo make (something) diverse or varied in form or quality; to give variety to (something) to distinguish by numerous aspects or differences.
verbTo make (something) diverse or varied in form or quality; to give variety to (something) to distinguish by numerous aspects or differences., To make the scope of (business, investments, etc.) diverse, especially so as to balance and mitigate risks.
Sentence Examples
In my opinion, we need to diversify our assets.
Dubai is trying to diversify its economy.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Farmers are encouraged to ____ their crops to protect against pests and disease.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
In my opinion, we need to ____ our assets.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Middle French diversifier, equivalent to diverse + -ify.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Months after the incident happened, he did a PBS special in which he talked about the “joys and challenges of birding while Black” and was featured in the Washington Post about his desire to diversify the activity."
— 2023 June 19, Morgan Jerkins, “‘She doesn’t have the power’: Central Park birdwatcher Christian Cooper on why racist ‘incident’ won’t define him”, in Katharine Viner, editor, The Guardian, London: Guardian News & Media, →ISSN, →OCLC:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Farmers are encouraged to ____ their crops to protect against pests and disease.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
In my opinion, we need to ____ our assets.