distinction — a difference or contrast between similar things or people
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a difference or contrast between similar things or people
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/
Example Sentences
- My mom can't make the distinction between BTS and BLACKPINK - to her, they're all just 'those singing kids'.
- The distinction between 'studying' and 'staring at books while thinking about dinner' is often blurred.
- He had the dubious distinction of being the first person to fall asleep during his own presentation.
distinction
NOUN[/dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/]
a difference or contrast between similar things or people
The distinction between the three birds was easy to recognize because of their different colors and patterns.
The distinction in the singer's voice made her easy to recognize. (Voice + Recognize = Distinct.)
The wolf's distinction was recognized by the pack, earning everyone's appreciation.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'distinctio', derived from 'distinguere' meaning 'to separate or divide'. The Latin root combines 'dis-' (apart) and 'stinguere' (to prick or mark).
Breakdown
dis- (apart) + -tinct (from stinguere, to mark/prick) + -ion (noun suffix) = distinction
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom can't make the distinction between BTS and BLACKPINK - to her, they're all just 'those singing kids'.”
“The distinction between 'studying' and 'staring at books while thinking about dinner' is often blurred.”
“He had the dubious distinction of being the first person to fall asleep during his own presentation.”
“The research shows a clear distinction between effective and ineffective teaching methods.”
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