distinct
adjective
dis·tinct
di-ˈstiŋ(k)t 
1
: distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete sense 1) or not the same : separate
a distinct cultural group
teaching as distinct from research
2
: presenting a clear unmistakable impression
a neat distinct handwriting
3
archaic
: notably decorated
4
a
: notable
a distinct contribution to scholarship
b
: readily and unmistakably apprehended (see apprehend sense 2a)
a distinct possibility of snow
a distinct British accent
the distinct odor of sulfur
Synonyms
Examples of distinct in a Sentence
There are three distinct categories.
Each herb has its own distinct flavor.
The phrase has three distinct meanings.
There was the distinct smell of something burning.
The outline became less and less distinct as the light faded.
We had the distinct impression that they were lying.
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Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
Each brand in the portfolio targets a distinct Gen Z and millennial audience, and aside from Princess Polly, companies under its umbrella include Culture Kings, mnml and Petal & Pup.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Because of the lack of centralized control, open models present distinct governance challenges—particularly in relation to the most extreme risks that future AI systems could pose, such as empowering bioterrorists or enhancing cyberattacks.
—Tharin Pillay, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
Saudi cuisine has a wide range of styles, flavors, customs, and cultural nuances, as each of the nation's 13 distinct regions (known as emirates) has its own flora, fauna, and landscape — and, in turn, unique produce and cuisine.
—Paul Feinstein, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Distinct.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distinct. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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distinct
adjective
dis·tinct
dis-ˈtiŋ(k)t
1
: real and different from each other
five distinct varieties
pears as distinct from apples
2
: clearly seen, heard, or understood : plain, unmistakable
speaks with a distinct accent
a distinct possibility
3
: notable
made a distinct contribution to science
distinctly
adverb
distinctness
noun
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