discreteness

noun

Definition of discretenessnext
as in distinction
the state of being kept distinct the discreteness of the sonnets is given visual emphasis by having each one on a separate page

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  1. distinction
  2. separation
  3. discrimination
Noun
  • The distinction is important because a felony arrest typically entails more rigid follow-up in court and a higher likelihood of jail detention, while a misdemeanor often ends with a citation and release on the spot.
    Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
  • In her time as a public servant, Rep. Lee became the first Black woman elected to the State Senate from Northern California, holding the distinction of the highest-ranking Black woman in Democratic leadership.
    Shamira Ibrahim, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of distinction
Noun
  • The company identified material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting due to a lack of separation of duties and is actively engaged in remediation efforts.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Critics, however, see it as a violation of the Massachusetts Constitution's separation of powers.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of separation
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  • The complaints about the lack of attention to requests from Latino residents and accusations of discrimination will also go to the trial, the judge said.
    Albinson Linares, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Reinforce policies against political discrimination or harassment.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of discrimination
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