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(dɪstɪŋkt)

1. adjective

If something is distinct from something else of the same type, it is different or separate from it.

Engineering and technology are disciplines distinct from one another and from science. [+ from]

This book is divided into two distinct parts.

Synonyms: different, individual, separate, disconnected More Synonyms of distinct

distinctly adverb [ADVERB adjective]

...a banking industry with two distinctly different sectors.

Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct

Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct

2. adjective

If something is distinct, you can hear, see, or taste it clearly.

...to impart a distinct flavor with a minimum of cooking fat.

Synonyms: striking, sharp, dramatic, stunning [informal] More Synonyms of distinct

distinctly adverb [ADVERB with verb]

I distinctly heard the loudspeaker calling passengers for the Turin-Amsterdam flight.

Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct

Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct

3. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]

If an idea, thought, or intention is distinct, it is clear and definite.

Now that Tony was no longer present, there was a distinct change in her attitude.

I have distinct memories of him in his last years.

Synonyms: definite, marked, clear, decided More Synonyms of distinct

distinctly adverb [ADVERB with verb]

I distinctly remember wishing I had not got involved.

Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct

Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct

4. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]

You can use distinct to emphasize that something is great enough in amount or degree to be noticeable or important.

[emphasis]

Being 6ft 3in tall has some distinct disadvantages!

Another Cup marathon between the two sides is now a distinct possibility.

distinctly adverb [ADVERB adjective/-ed]

His government is looking distinctly shaky.

Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct

Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct

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distinct in British English

(dɪˈstɪŋkt)

adjective

easily sensed or understood; clear; precise

2. (when postpositive, foll by from)

not the same (as); separate (from); distinguished (from)

not alike; different

sharp; clear

recognizable; definite

a distinct improvement

explicit; unequivocal

7. mathematics, logic

(of a pair of entities) not identical

8. botany

(of parts of a plant) not joined together; separate

Derived forms

distinctly (disˈtinctly)

adverb

distinctness (disˈtinctness)

noun

Word origin

C14: from Latin distinctus, from distinguere to distinguish

distinct in American English

(dɪˈstɪŋkt)

adjective

not alike; different

not the same; separate; individual

clearly perceived or marked off; clear; plain

a distinct image

well-defined; unmistakable; definite

a distinct success

5. OLD-FASHIONED, Poetic

decorated or variegated

SIMILAR WORDS: ˈdifferent

Derived forms

distinctly (disˈtinctly)

adverb

distinctness (disˈtinctness)

noun

Word origin

ME & OFr < L distinctus, pp. of distinguere: see distinguish

Examples of 'distinct' in a sentence
distinct

There's a distinct possibility there could be further offences.He thinks there are distinct advantages to investment trusts over open-ended funds, not least the lower fees platforms charge to invest in them.In doing so they found that, just as in forests on land, there were distinct choruses at different times of the day.You want to make each brand as different and distinct as possible.This gives them a distinct advantage over other sea duck.Our politicians continue to show a distinct lack of control.There are two quite distinct issues here.Without them it becomes a distinct possibility.But this was something quite distinct from loving him. Another distinct feature of the house is the patchwork motif.

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distinct

British English: distinct ADJECTIVE

If something is distinct from something else of the same type, it is different or separate from it.

Engineering and technology are disciplines distinct from one another and from science.

American English: distinct
Brazilian Portuguese: distinto
Chinese: 有区别的
European Spanish: distinto
French: distinct
German: verschieden
Italian: distinto
Japanese: 異なる
Korean: 다른
European Portuguese: distinto
Latin American Spanish: distinto

All related terms of 'distinct'

Chinese translation of 'distinct'

distinct

(dɪsˈtɪŋkt)

adj

(= different) 截然不同的 (jiérán bù tóng de)
(= clear) [smell, flavour etc] 明显(顯)的 (míngxiǎn de)
(= unmistakable) [advantage, change] 明确(確)的 (míngquè de)
as distinct from (= in contrast to) 不同于(於) (bùtóng yú)

1 (adjective) in the sense of different

Definition

not the same

The book is divided into two distinct parts.

Synonyms

different

What you do in the privacy of your own home is a different matter.

individual

We develop our own individual style of writing.

separate

The two things are separate and mutually irrelevant.

disconnected

a sequence of utterly disconnected events

discrete

the process seen as a sequence of discrete phases

dissimilar

unconnected

I can't believe that those two murders are unconnected.

unattached

Opposites

similar

connected

identical

indistinct

2 (adjective) in the sense of striking

Definition

clearly seen, heard, or recognized

to impart a distinct flavour with a minimum of cooking fat

Synonyms

striking

She was a striking woman with long blonde hair.

sharp

All the footmarks are quite sharp and clear.

dramatic

the film's dramatic special effects

stunning (informal)

A stunning display of fireworks lit up the sky.

outstanding

an area of outstanding natural beauty

bold

It's a big book with bold print.

noticeable

These changes have had no noticeable effect on productivity.

well-defined

3 (adjective) in the sense of definite

Definition

obvious

There was a distinct change in her attitude.

Synonyms

definite

There has been a definite improvement.

marked

There has been a marked increase in crimes against property.

clear

It was a clear case of mistaken identity.

decided

We were at a decided disadvantage.

obvious

It's obvious that he doesn't like me.

sharp

plain

It was plain to me that he was lying.

apparent

The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film.

patent

This was a patent lie.

evident

He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal.

black-and-white

manifest

cases of manifest injustice

noticeable

conspicuous

Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends.

clear-cut

She won a clear-cut victory in yesterday's election.

unmistakable

the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee

palpable

The tension between them is palpable.

recognizable

the world's most recognizable athlete

unambiguous

observable

Alcohol can, in some cases, have an observable toxic effect.

perceptible

There was a perceptible silence, momentary but definite.

appreciable

This has not had an appreciable effect on production.

Opposites

obscure

vague

unclear

fuzzy

indefinite

indistinct

Additional synonyms

in the sense of apparent

Definition

readily seen or understood

The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film.

Synonyms

obvious,

marked,

clear,

plain,

visible,

bold,

patent,

evident,

distinct,

open,

understandable,

manifest,

noticeable,

blatant,

conspicuous,

overt,

unmistakable,

palpable,

undeniable,

discernible,

salient,

self-evident,

indisputable,

much in evidence,

undisguised,

unconcealed,

indubitable,

staring you in the face (informal),

plain as the nose on your face

in the sense of appreciable

Definition

enough to be noticed

This has not had an appreciable effect on production.

Synonyms

significant,

marked,

obvious,

considerable,

substantial,

visible,

evident,

pronounced,

definite,

noticeable,

clear-cut,

discernible,

measurable,

material,

recognizable,

detectable,

perceptible,

distinguishable,

ascertainable,

perceivable

in the sense of bold

It's a big book with bold print.

Synonyms

heavy,

clear,

thick,

distinct,

pronounced

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单词	distinct
释义	Trends of distinct View usage for: distinct (dɪstɪŋkt) 1. adjective If something is distinct from something else of the same type, it is different or separate from it. Engineering and technology are disciplines distinct from one another and from science. [+ from] This book is divided into two distinct parts. Synonyms: different, individual, separate, disconnected More Synonyms of distinct distinctly adverb [ADVERB adjective] ...a banking industry with two distinctly different sectors. Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct 2. adjective If something is distinct, you can hear, see, or taste it clearly. ...to impart a distinct flavor with a minimum of cooking fat. Synonyms: striking, sharp, dramatic, stunning [informal] More Synonyms of distinct distinctly adverb [ADVERB with verb] I distinctly heard the loudspeaker calling passengers for the Turin-Amsterdam flight. Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct 3. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun] If an idea, thought, or intention is distinct, it is clear and definite. Now that Tony was no longer present, there was a distinct change in her attitude. I have distinct memories of him in his last years. Synonyms: definite, marked, clear, decided More Synonyms of distinct distinctly adverb [ADVERB with verb] I distinctly remember wishing I had not got involved. Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct 4. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] You can use distinct to emphasize that something is great enough in amount or degree to be noticeable or important. [emphasis] Being 6ft 3in tall has some distinct disadvantages! Another Cup marathon between the two sides is now a distinct possibility. distinctly adverb [ADVERB adjective/-ed] His government is looking distinctly shaky. Synonyms: clearly, plainly, precisely More Synonyms of distinct Synonyms: definitely, clearly, obviously, sharply More Synonyms of distinct 5. See as distinct from distinct in British English (dɪˈstɪŋkt) adjective 1. easily sensed or understood; clear; precise 2. (when postpositive, foll by from) not the same (as); separate (from); distinguished (from) 3. not alike; different 4. sharp; clear 5. recognizable; definite a distinct improvement 6. explicit; unequivocal 7. mathematics, logic (of a pair of entities) not identical 8. botany (of parts of a plant) not joined together; separate Derived forms distinctly (disˈtinctly) adverb distinctness (disˈtinctness) noun Word origin C14: from Latin distinctus, from distinguere to distinguish distinct in American English (dɪˈstɪŋkt) adjective 1. not alike; different 2. not the same; separate; individual 3. clearly perceived or marked off; clear; plain a distinct image 4. well-defined; unmistakable; definite a distinct success 5. OLD-FASHIONED, Poetic decorated or variegated SIMILAR WORDS: ˈdifferent Derived forms distinctly (disˈtinctly) adverb distinctness (disˈtinctness) noun Word origin ME & OFr < L distinctus, pp. of distinguere: see distinguish Examples of 'distinct' in a sentence distinct There's a distinct possibility there could be further offences. Times, Sunday Times (2016) He thinks there are distinct advantages to investment trusts over open-ended funds, not least the lower fees platforms charge to invest in them. Times, Sunday Times (2016) In doing so they found that, just as in forests on land, there were distinct choruses at different times of the day. Times, Sunday Times (2016) You want to make each brand as different and distinct as possible. Al Ries and Laura Ries THE 22 IMMUTABLE LAWS OF BRANDING (2002) This gives them a distinct advantage over other sea duck. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Our politicians continue to show a distinct lack of control. Times, Sunday Times (2016) There are two quite distinct issues here. The Times Literary Supplement (2008) Without them it becomes a distinct possibility. Times, Sunday Times (2010) But this was something quite distinct from loving him. George Eliot Middlemarch (1872) Another distinct feature of the house is the patchwork motif. Times, Sunday Times (2007) One area where failure is a distinct advantage is the civic. Times, Sunday Times (2010) It was also coupled with a distinct lack of official policy with respect to crime victims. Walklate, Sandra Victimology - the victim and the criminal justice process (1989) There are two distinct sides to this argument. Times, Sunday Times (2016) It is a distinct possibility they will not be ready. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Having the option that either or both of them may conceive can be a distinct advantage. Martin, April The Guide to Lesbian and Gay Parenting (1993) Did anyone else notice the distinct lack of an umbilical cord? The Sun (2009) The area is split into two distinct sectors. Times, Sunday Times (2015) So we have the opportunity to build new business models that are very different and distinct from what we have known. Times, Sunday Times (2007) The battle was for a clear, distinct soundtrack. Times, Sunday Times (2011) And it's still a distinct improvement on a microwave. Times, Sunday Times (2014) It is very small, but there is something distinct about this place. Marsden, Philip The Crossing-Place (1993) But people are not chess pieces, distinct from one another. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Plus there is a distinct possibility that 5. could be going down. Times, Sunday Times (2010) But clearly distinct from big. Christianity Today (2000) This is a distinct improvement. Times, Sunday Times (2012) It was very clear, very distinct, it was a single shot. Times, Sunday Times (2016) In other languages distinct British English: distinct ADJECTIVE If something is distinct from something else of the same type, it is different or separate from it. Engineering and technology are disciplines distinct from one another and from science. American English: distinct Brazilian Portuguese: distinto Chinese: 有区别的 European Spanish: distinto French: distinct German: verschieden Italian: distinto Japanese: 異なる Korean: 다른 European Portuguese: distinto Latin American Spanish: distinto All related terms of 'distinct' distinct advantage An advantage is something that puts you in a better position than other people. distinct flavour You can refer to a special quality that something has as its flavour . For example, if something has an Italian flavour it reminds you of Italian things. distinct identity The identity of a person or place is the characteristics they have that distinguish them from others. as distinct from If you say that you are talking about one thing as distinct from another, you are indicating exactly which thing you mean . distinct personality Your personality is your whole character and nature . distinct possibility If you say there is a possibility that something is the case or that something will happen , you mean that it might be the case or it might happen. Chinese translation of 'distinct' distinct (dɪsˈtɪŋkt) adj (= different) 截然不同的 (jiérán bù tóng de) (= clear) [smell, flavour etc] 明显(顯)的 (míngxiǎn de) (= unmistakable) [advantage, change] 明确(確)的 (míngquè de) as distinct from (= in contrast to) 不同于(於) (bùtóng yú) 1 (adjective) in the sense of different Definition not the same The book is divided into two distinct parts. Synonyms different What you do in the privacy of your own home is a different matter. individual We develop our own individual style of writing. separate The two things are separate and mutually irrelevant. disconnected a sequence of utterly disconnected events discrete the process seen as a sequence of discrete phases dissimilar unconnected I can't believe that those two murders are unconnected. unattached Opposites similar , connected , identical , indistinct 2 (adjective) in the sense of striking Definition clearly seen, heard, or recognized to impart a distinct flavour with a minimum of cooking fat Synonyms striking She was a striking woman with long blonde hair. sharp All the footmarks are quite sharp and clear. dramatic the film's dramatic special effects stunning (informal) A stunning display of fireworks lit up the sky. outstanding an area of outstanding natural beauty bold It's a big book with bold print. noticeable These changes have had no noticeable effect on productivity. well-defined 3 (adjective) in the sense of definite Definition obvious There was a distinct change in her attitude. Synonyms definite There has been a definite improvement. marked There has been a marked increase in crimes against property. clear It was a clear case of mistaken identity. decided We were at a decided disadvantage. obvious It's obvious that he doesn't like me. sharp plain It was plain to me that he was lying. apparent The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film. patent This was a patent lie. evident He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal. black-and-white manifest cases of manifest injustice noticeable conspicuous Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends. clear-cut She won a clear-cut victory in yesterday's election. unmistakable the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee palpable The tension between them is palpable. recognizable the world's most recognizable athlete unambiguous observable Alcohol can, in some cases, have an observable toxic effect. perceptible There was a perceptible silence, momentary but definite. appreciable This has not had an appreciable effect on production. Opposites obscure , vague , unclear , fuzzy , indefinite , indistinct Additional synonyms in the sense of apparent Definition readily seen or understood The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film. Synonyms obvious, marked, clear, plain, visible, bold, patent, evident, distinct, open, understandable, manifest, noticeable, blatant, conspicuous, overt, unmistakable, palpable, undeniable, discernible, salient, self-evident, indisputable, much in evidence, undisguised, unconcealed, indubitable, staring you in the face (informal), plain as the nose on your face in the sense of appreciable Definition enough to be noticed This has not had an appreciable effect on production. Synonyms significant, marked, obvious, considerable, substantial, visible, evident, pronounced, definite, noticeable, clear-cut, discernible, measurable, material, recognizable, detectable, perceptible, distinguishable, ascertainable, perceivable in the sense of bold It's a big book with bold print. Synonyms heavy, clear, thick, distinct, pronounced Synonyms of 'distinct' distinct Explore 'distinct' in the dictionary
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