How does Joyce depict the differences between Gabriel and the other characters in the story? How are they similar and different?

Gabriel is somewhat portrayed as above than the rest, he dumbs down his superior knowledge so others can “understand” him better. He tailors himself based on who he talks to in order to be admired by everyone. Although he seems like the perfect family man, his interactions with other woman end up being awkward or offensive, especially with Miss Ivor and Lily. Other characters seem dead on the inside while holding onto the past and unable to let go. Meanwhile Micheal wishes for everyone to live in the present and to not remind themselves of the past.