Distinction Definition & Meaning
distinction
- noun
- a discrimination between things as different and distinct; "it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation"
- high status importance owing to marked superiority; "a scholar of great eminence"
- a distinguishing quality; "it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in town"
- a distinguishing difference; "he learned the distinction between gold and lead"
"Distinction" in song lyrics
See how distinction is used in real songs:
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"like the natives with the war cry and we must make a distinction"
(Ras Ceylon f/) Chairman Fred — Chairman's Foreword -
"While you lookin like the grinch with all that distinction"
Sevin f/ Tikk Tokk (Gospel Gangstas) — Step it Up Baby -
"villas of distinction"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with distinction
Usage tips for "distinction"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "distinction" 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 distinction to find words that pair well.
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- What does distinction mean?
- a discrimination between things as different and distinct; "it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation" high status importance owing to marked superiority; "a scholar of great eminence" a distinguishing quality; "it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in town" a distinguishing difference; "he learned the distinction between gold and lead"
- What part of speech is distinction?
- Distinction is a noun.
- How many definitions does distinction have?
- Distinction has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).