Distinction

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/

Definitions of distinction

noun an honor or recognition given to someone for their achievements

Example Sentences

A1 There is a distinction between cats and dogs.

A2 She made a clear distinction between right and wrong.

B1 The teacher pointed out the distinction between formal and informal language.

B2 His work shows a level of distinction that sets him apart from his peers.

C1 The artist's use of color and light creates a beautiful distinction in her paintings.

C2 The distinction between the two theories is subtle but significant.

Examples of distinction in a Sentence

formal There is a clear distinction between right and wrong.

informal I can't see the distinction between these two shades of blue.

slang I don't get the distinction between these sneakers and the ones you already have.

figurative The distinction between success and failure is often a matter of perseverance.

Grammatical Forms of distinction

• past tense: distinguished
• plural: distinctions
• comparative: more distinguished
• superlative: most distinguished
• present tense: distinguishes
• future tense: will distinguish
• perfect tense: have distinguished
• continuous tense: is distinguishing
• singular: distinction
• positive degree: distinguished
• infinitive: to distinguish
• gerund: distinguishing
• participle: distinguishing

Origin and Evolution of distinction

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'distinction' originated from the Latin word 'distinctio', which is derived from the verb 'distinguere' meaning 'to separate or distinguish'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'distinction' has evolved to not only refer to the act of distinguishing or separating things, but also to denote excellence or superiority in a particular quality or attribute.