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distinction noun

  /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/
  • That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.
 distinction, différence
  • The act of distinguishing, discriminating; discrimination.
  • (specifically) A feature that causes someone or something to stand out as being better; a mark of honour, rank, eminence or excellence; the quality of being distinguished.
 distinction

distinct adjective

  /dɪˈstɪŋkt/
  • Different from one another (with the preferable adposition being "from").
 distinct
  • Capable of being perceived very clearly.
 distinct, intelligible
  • Noticeably different from others; distinctive.
 reconnaissable

distinctive adjective

  /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
  • Distinguishing, used to or enabling the distinguishing of some thing.
 distinctif

distinctness

clarté
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