Distinction Synonyms and Antonyms

dĭ-stĭngkshən
A difference used for distinction, sense 1
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. difference
  2. distinctive feature
  3. discrepance
  4. particular
  5. discrepancy
  6. disparity
  7. dissimilarity
  8. qualification
  9. dissimilitude
  10. divarication
  11. divergence
  12. contrast
  13. divergency
  14. unlikeness
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Excellence
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. perfection
  2. superiority
  3. beauty
  4. note
  5. excellence
  6. merit
  7. flair
  8. style
  9. virtue
Antonyms:
  1. indiscriminationpromiscuity
  2. indistinction
  3. obscurity
  4. mediocrity
  5. lowliness
  6. insignificance
  7. unimportance
Recognition of achievement or superiority or a sign of this
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. accolade
  2. honor
  3. kudos
  4. laurel
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The condition or fact of being dissimilar or distinct; difference:
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. difference

Words Related to Distinction

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Distinction Sentence Examples

  • The distinction left her feeling torn.

  • Being educated in the United States has long been a mark of distinction for the elites of other nations.

  • The distinction of genders is not marked, except in proper names of men and women.

  • Admiral Canevaro, who had gained distinction as commander of the international forces in Foreign affairs.

  • Nevertheless, the distinction between activity and pleasure is true.

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