distinctive — having a quality that makes something easily recognized as different from others
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a quality that makes something easily recognized as different from others
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
Korean meaning: 구별되는, 독특한, 특유의
Korean pronunciation: 디**스팅**크티브
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's distinctive laugh could be heard from three blocks away.
- The company's distinctive logo made it instantly recognizable worldwide.
- His distinctive habit of wearing socks with sandals made him famous on campus.
distinctive
ADJECTIVE//dɪˈstɪŋktɪv//
having a quality that makes something easily recognized as different from others
having a quality that makes something easily recognized as different from others
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Origin
From Latin 'distinctivus', derived from 'distinguere' meaning 'to separate' or 'to mark off', combined with the suffix '-ive' meaning 'tending to' or 'characterized by'.
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“My grandmother's distinctive laugh could be heard from three blocks away.”
“The company's distinctive logo made it instantly recognizable worldwide.”
“His distinctive habit of wearing socks with sandals made him famous on campus.”
“The wine has a distinctive aroma that wine experts can identify immediately.”
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