Synonyms for Distinctive

Definition of distinctive

adjective
  1. of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing; "Jerusalem has a distinctive Middle East flavor"- Curtis Wilkie; "that is typical of you!"
  2. capable of being classified

6 synonyms found

Writing tips for "distinctive"

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"Distinctive" in song lyrics

See how distinctive is used in real songs:

  • "In a dress looking distinctive"
    ScHoolboy Q f/ BJ the Chicago Kid, Punch — I'm Good
  • "cloud sponge distinctive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ohio distinctive"
    AOL — AOL

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