Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃɪŋ/
verb to recognize or perceive a difference
A1 I am distinguishing between the red and blue crayons.
A2 She is distinguishing different types of flowers by their colors.
B1 The detective is distinguishing between the various suspects based on their alibis.
B2 The expert is skilled at distinguishing between authentic and counterfeit artwork.
C1 The wine connoisseur has a refined palate for distinguishing subtle flavors in different vintages.
C2 The scientist is distinguishing between two closely related species using genetic analysis.
adjective serving to differentiate or mark as different
A1 The distinguishing feature of a cat is its whiskers.
A2 She wore a distinguishing red hat to stand out in the crowd.
B1 The artist's style is very distinguishing and easily recognizable.
B2 One distinguishing characteristic of a good leader is their ability to inspire others.
C1 The detective noticed a distinguishing mark on the suspect's hand that helped solve the case.
C2 The scientist made a distinguishing breakthrough in the field of quantum physics.
formal One distinguishing feature of the new product is its innovative design.
informal The thing that sets it apart is the cool design.
slang What makes it stand out is the dope design.
figurative Like a beacon in the night, its unique design distinguishes it from the rest.
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