DiversificationThe act of making something less dependent on one kind or source. is the process of adding variety or spreadingDistributing something over a wider area or among several groups. things across different types. It is most often used about investments, business products, or services, but it can also mean having a more variedIncluding many different kinds rather than being the same throughout. condition overall.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌdɪˌvɝsəfəˈkeɪʃən/
Easy pronunciation: dih-VUR-suh-fuh-KAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the fifth syllable KAY; the first syllable also has secondary stress.
Noun meaning the act of making something more varied, especially in investments or business offerings.
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Diversification Meaning
the process of making something more varied or less dependent on one thing
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the act of introducing variety, especially by spreading investments or by expanding the range of goods or services offered
Example: The company improved its stability through diversification into new markets.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- variegation — Can fit the idea of making something varied, but it is less common and often sounds more formal or technical.
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Other Meanings of Diversification
Meaning 2
a state of having different kinds or forms
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the condition of being varied
Example: The lack of diversification in the menu made the restaurant feel repetitive.
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Diversification Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- variegation
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse diversification with diversity. Diversity usually describes the variety itself, while diversification is the act or process of creating variety.
- It can also be mistaken for a general synonym of change, but diversification specifically suggests adding variety or spreading risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does diversification mean in simple English?
It means making something more varied, or spreading it out so it does not depend on just one type, source, or option.
Is diversification mainly used in business and finance?
Yes. It is especially common when talking about investments, companies, products, and markets.
What is a good synonym for diversification?
Variegation is the main dictionary synonym in the supplied data, but it is less common in everyday English.
Is diversification the same as diversity?
No. Diversity is the variety itself. Diversification is the act of creating or increasing that variety.
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