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Distinction Meaning in English

word

/dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/
di-STING-kshuhn
/dɪstˈɪŋkʃən/
di-STING-kshuhn

التعريف

A distinction is a clear difference or separation between two similar things. It can also refer to an honor or special recognition given to someone.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Used formally or academically for clear differences, often between concepts, groups, or categories. 'Distinction with honors' refers to academic recognition. Common phrases: 'draw a distinction', 'make a distinction between'. Don't confuse with 'difference'—'distinction' emphasizes clarity or importance.

جمل نموذجية

It's important to make a distinction between facts and opinions.

basic

People often fail to see the distinction between similar products.

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There's a fine distinction between being confident and being arrogant.

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Winning that award was a real distinction for her career.

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There is a distinction between right and wrong.

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She graduated with distinction from university.

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