distinguish (Meaning)
distinguish (v)
mark as different
detect with the senses
be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense
make conspicuous or noteworthy
identify as in botany or biology, for example
distinguish (v. t.)
Not set apart from others by visible marks; to make distinctive or discernible by exhibiting differences; to mark off by some characteristic.
To separate by definition of terms or logical division of a subject with regard to difference; as, to distinguish sounds into high and low.
To recognize or discern by marks, signs, or characteristic quality or qualities; to know and discriminate (anything) from other things with which it might be confounded; as, to distinguish the sound of a drum.
To constitute a difference; to make to differ.
To separate from others by a mark of honor; to make eminent or known; to confer distinction upon; -- with by or for.
distinguish (v. i.)
To make distinctions; to perceive the difference; to exercise discrimination; -- with between; as, a judge distinguishes between cases apparently similar, but differing in principle.
To become distinguished or distinctive; to make one's self or itself discernible.
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distinguish Sentence Examples
- The professor was able to distinguish between the two theories based on their underlying assumptions.
- The artist's unique style of painting is easy to distinguish from that of their contemporaries.
- The sommelier could distinguish between the two vintages of wine based on their flavor profiles.
- The biologist was able to distinguish between the two species of birds based on their vocalizations.
- The geologist was able to distinguish between the two types of rocks based on their mineral composition.
- The antiquarian could distinguish between the real and fake artifacts based on their age and patina.
- The psychologist was able to distinguish between the two mental disorders based on their symptoms.
- The detective was able to distinguish between the two suspects based on their alibis.
- The fashion designer was able to distinguish between the two fabrics based on their texture and drape.
- The musician was able to distinguish between the two musical pieces based on their melody and harmony.
FAQs About the word distinguish
mark as different, detect with the senses, be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense, make conspicuous or noteworthy, id
discern,differentiate, separate, difference, understand,discriminate, sever, divide, know, set off
confuse, mix (up), mix (up),confuse, lump (together),mistake, mistake, lump (together), confound, mingle
The professor was able to distinguish between the two theories based on their underlying assumptions.
The artist's unique style of painting is easy to distinguish from that of their contemporaries.
The sommelier could distinguish between the two vintages of wine based on their flavor profiles.
The biologist was able to distinguish between the two species of birds based on their vocalizations.
