distinction
Pronunciation: [dɪsˈtɪŋkʃən]
Context: "similarity"
(noun) a difference between two things. When we notice what makes something unique or special, we are talking about its distinction.
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The painting won an award because of its distinction from other artworks.
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There is no distinction between the two sisters; they are exactly alike.
Example
What is the distinction between a fruit and a vegetable?
Context: "recognition"
(noun) a special honor or achievement. It's like receiving a medal for doing something really well.
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She received a distinction for her excellent performance in the competition.
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He worked hard, but he did not earn any distinction this year.
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What did you do to achieve that distinction in your class?
Context: "education"
(noun) the ability to tell different things apart. It's important for understanding and making decisions.
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His distinction of different bird species helped the class learn about nature.
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Without distinction, all the animals would look the same to us.
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Can you explain the distinction between a mammal and a reptile?