diverseren

Diverseren is a Dutch verb meaning to diversify, to introduce variety, or to spread exposure across different options. In economic and strategic contexts, diverseren is used to reduce risk and increase resilience by avoiding dependence on a single source, product, or market.

Etymology and forms: The term is built from the adjective divers, meaning diverse or varied, plus the standard -eren infinitive suffix. It is related to the nouns diversiteit (diversity) and diversificatie (diversification) in Dutch.

Usage: In finance, diverseren refers to spreading investments across asset classes or geographies to reduce unsystematic risk. In energy and environmental policy, it denotes shifting energy mix or resources to increase resilience. In agriculture or ecology, it can describe planting a variety of crops or preserving species to buffer against pests and climate variability. In culture and media, diverseren can mean expanding content to appeal to a broader audience.

See also: diversification, diversity, diversify, diversificatie.