distinctly

Meanings

• adverb

  Expressing or done in a way that is clear and easily understood, without being confused or merged with other things.

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪsˈtɪŋktli/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2100375"

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Antonyms

indistinctly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with distinctly
pinctly , sincetely , punctually

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Variants

List of all variants of distinctly that leads to same result
distinct , distincter , distinctest , distinctly , distinctness , distinctnesses

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French distinctive, from dis- 'apart' + tinctive 'marked, stained'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'distinctly' has 11 letters.

2. In the novel Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, the term 'distinctly' is used to describe the citizens' lack of individuality.

3. In music, a distinctly different style is one that is significantly different from others in the same genre.

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Related Concepts

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1. Clarity: The state of being clear and easy to understand. 'Distinctly' helps to achieve this in various contexts.

2. Individuality: The quality of being unique and separate from others. 'Distinctly' can help emphasize this quality.

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Culture

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In literature, 'distinctly' is often used to emphasize clarity and precision in descriptions, as well as to highlight the individuality of characters or ideas. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, Nick Carraway describes Gatsby's voice as 'distinctly American' and his parties as 'distinctly extraordinary'.

How to Memorize "distinctly"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a clear, sharp image when thinking of the word 'distinctly'. For example, imagine a crystal-clear pond or a sharp, distinct line.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'distinctly' with the idea of being clear and separate. For example, think of the word 'distinct' as a synonym.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic like 'D-I-S-T-I-N-G-L-Y': 'Distinctly' Is Sharp, Transparent, Individual, Notable, and Genuine.

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