[verb] be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense; "His modesty distinguishes him form his peers" Synonyms:distinguish, mark
[verb] calculate a derivative; take the derivative
[verb] become different during development; "cells differentiate"
[verb] evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment Synonyms:speciate, specialize, specialise
[verb] become distinct and acquire a different character