differentiate

Definitions of differentiate in various dictionaries:

verb - mark as different

verb - be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait

verb - calculate a derivative

verb - become different during development

verb - evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment

verb - become distinct and acquire a different character

To constitute the distinction between: subspecies that are differentiated by the markings on their wings.

To perceive or show the difference in or between; discriminate.

To make different by alteration or modification.

To calculate the derivative or differential of (a function).

To become distinct or specialized; acquire a different character.

To make distinctions; discriminate.

To undergo a progressive, developmental change to a more specialized form or function.