distinct
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈtɪŋkt]
Word
Context: "similarity"
(adjective) when something is clearly different from others. If you can see a big difference between two things, you can say they are distinct.
Example
The two paintings have distinct styles that show how different the artists are.
Example
The flavors in this dish are not distinct; they all taste very similar.
Example
What makes your favorite color distinct from the others?
Context: "identity"
(adjective) when something is easily recognized or has its own unique features. Like when a person's voice sounds special and you can tell it's them right away.
Example
Her laugh is so distinct that I can hear it from across the room.
Example
The story wasn't distinct and seemed too much like others I've read.
Example
Can you identify what makes this sound distinct from the others?
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