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Meaning of 'distinction' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Distinction [ n.]
- A marking off by visible signs; separation into parts; division.
- The act of distinguishing or denoting the differences between objects, or the qualities by which one is known from others; exercise of discernment; discrimination.
- That which distinguishes one thing from another; distinguishing quality; sharply defined difference; as, the distinction between real and apparent good.
- Estimation of difference; regard to differences or distinguishing circumstance.
- Conspicuous station; eminence; superiority; honorable estimation; as, a man of distinction.

Meaning of 'distinction' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . distinction [ n]
Meaning (1):
- high status importance owing to marked superiority
Example in sentence:
  • a scholar of great eminence
Meaning (2):
- a distinguishing difference between similar things or people
Example in sentence:
  • he learned the distinction between gold and lead
Meaning (3):
- a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
Example in sentence:
  • it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation
Meaning (4):
- an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority
Example in sentence:
  • she graduated with the highest distinction

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