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distinct
[ dih-stingkt ]
adjective
- distinguished as not being the same; not identical; separate (sometimes followed by from ):
His private and public lives are distinct.
Synonyms: ,
- different in nature or quality; dissimilar (sometimes followed by from ):
Gold is distinct from iron.
- clear to the senses or intellect; plain; unmistakable:
The ship appeared as a distinct silhouette.
Synonyms: , , , , ,
Antonyms:
- distinguishing or perceiving clearly:
distinct vision.
- unquestionably exceptional or notable:
a distinct honor.
- Archaic. distinctively decorated or adorned.
distinct
/ ɪˈɪŋ /
adjective
- easily sensed or understood; clear; precise
- when postpositive, foll by from not the same (as); separate (from); distinguished (from)
- not alike; different
- sharp; clear
- recognizable; definite
a distinct improvement
- explicit; unequivocal
- maths logic (of a pair of entities) not identical
- botany (of parts of a plant) not joined together; separate
Derived Forms
- 徱ˈپԳٲԱ, noun
- 徱ˈپԳٱ, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- 徱·پԳn noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of distinct1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of distinct1
Example Sentences
Universal aims to provide distinct attractions at each of its parks, with the Bedfordshire one set to feature unique attractions not found elsewhere.
It’s a distinct look he’s grown into over the years.
You will have noticed this weekend that out of the sunshine there has been a distinct chill in the air.
Films can now develop distinct digital identities through audience projection, as seen by the viral success of Saltburn.
That’s why, on Friday night, there was a distinct buzz around Citizens Bank Park when the Dodgers came to town.
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What are other ways to say distinct?
The adjective distinct is used to describe things that are clearly distinguished from others. How does distinct compare to synonyms different, various, and diverse? Find out on .
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