Distinctive

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

Definitions of distinctive

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

Example Sentences

A1 The cat has distinctive markings on its fur.

A2 Each zebra has distinctive stripes that are unique to them.

B1 The artist's style is very distinctive and easily recognizable.

B2 The hotel's architecture is quite distinctive, with its modern design and unique shape.

C1 The author's writing style is distinctive and sets them apart from other writers.

C2 The singer's voice is so distinctive that you can always recognize it immediately.

Examples of distinctive in a Sentence

formal The artist's use of vibrant colors and unique brush strokes gave her paintings a distinctive style.

informal I always recognize Sarah's distinctive laugh in a crowded room.

slang That new coffee shop has a really distinctive vibe, you should check it out.

figurative The team's distinctive approach to problem-solving set them apart from their competitors.

Grammatical Forms of distinctive

• past tense: distinguished
• plural: distinctives
• comparative: more distinctive
• superlative: most distinctive
• present tense: is distinctive
• future tense: will be distinctive
• perfect tense: has been distinctive
• continuous tense: is being distinctive
• singular: distinctive
• positive degree: distinctive
• infinitive: to be distinctive
• gerund: being distinctive
• participle: distinctive

Origin and Evolution of distinctive

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

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

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'distinctive' has evolved to mean something that is unique or characteristic, setting it apart from others in a noticeable way.