distinctive
Pronunciation: [dɪˈstɪŋktɪv]
Word
Context: "similarity"
(adjective) something that is unique or special, making it different from others. If you think of a fruit like an orange, its round shape and bright color are distinctive features that set it apart from other fruits.
Example
The artist's style is distinctive; you can tell his work from a distance.
Example
The designs of the two shirts are not distinctive; they look almost exactly the same.
Example
What makes this movie's soundtrack so distinctive?
Context: "identity"
(adjective) refers to a quality that makes something recognizably different from something else. This means it has specific traits that help you identify it easily.
Example
The distinctive sound of a train can be heard from far away.
Example
The two phones have features that are not distinctive; they could easily be confused with each other.
Example
Can you describe the distinctive features of your favorite animal?
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