Distinct Definition
distinct
adjective
- (often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality; "plants of several distinct types"; "the word `nationalism' is used in at least two distinct senses"; "gold is distinct from iron"; "a tree related to but quite distinct from the European beech"; "management had interests quite distinct from those of their employees"
- easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined; "a distinct flavor"; "a distinct odor of turpentine"; "a distinct outline"; "the ship appeared as a distinct silhouette"; "distinct fingerprints"
- constituting a separate entity or part; "a government with three discrete divisions"; "on two distinct occasions"
- recognizable; marked; "noticed a distinct improvement"; "at a distinct (or decided) disadvantage"
- clearly or sharply defined to the mind; "clear-cut evidence of tampering"; "Claudius was the first to invade Britain with distinct...intentions of conquest"; "trenchant distinctions between right and wrong"
"Distinct" in song lyrics
See how distinct is used in real songs:
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"Your flava, so distinct"
Guerilla Black (feat. Jazze Pha) — Girlfriend -
"Gets things, done when I think and my thoughts distinct"
Blackalicious — One of a Kind
Words that rhyme with distinct
Usage tips for "distinct"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "distinct" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for distinct to find words that pair well.