1. recognizing or showing the difference between things
Usage: present participle of differentiate
2. making something different or distinct from others
Usage: present participle of differentiate
3. finding the derivative of a mathematical function
Usage: mathematics; present participle of differentiate

1. serving to distinguish or show differences

Examples

• The teacher is differentiating between similar-looking minerals.
• Companies are differentiating their products to stand out in the market.
• She had trouble differentiating the twins at first.
• The students are learning about differentiating polynomial functions.
• His differentiating approach to teaching helps each student succeed.
• The scientist is differentiating various cell types under the microscope.
• Differentiating instruction allows teachers to meet diverse learning needs.