distinguish

Meanings

• Verb

  To make it possible to perceive a difference between two or more things; to discern or recognize a distinction.

  - "Can you distinguish between this red and that red?"
  - "The expert was able to distinguish the counterfeit coin from the genuine one."

• Verb

  To make a clear distinction between; to separate and treat differently.

  - "We must distinguish between right and wrong."
  - "The teacher distinguished between the students who had done their homework and those who had not."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃ/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2100953"

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Antonyms

confuse

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Synonyms

differentiate , discriminate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with distinguish
hush , rush , crush , gush

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Variants

List of all variants of distinguish that leads to same result
distinguish , distinguishabilities , distinguishability , distinguishable , distinguishably , distinguished , distinguishes , distinguishing , distinguish oneself

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Forms

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distinguishes, distinguished, distinguishing

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Etymology

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From Old French distinguish, from dis- 'apart' + tenger 'to hold, detain'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'distinguish' is often used in legal contexts to refer to the ability of a witness to differentiate between two similar things, such as two handwriting samples.

2. In the world of fashion, 'distinction' is often used to describe the unique style or look of a particular designer or brand.

3. The ability to distinguish between different flavors or tastes is a key component of the sense of taste.

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Related Concepts

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1. discriminate: To make a distinction or difference between things, often implying a judgment or evaluation.

2. perceive: To become aware of or recognize the existence or presence of something, often implying the use of one's senses or intellect.

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Culture

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In literature, 'distinguish' is often used to describe the ability of a character to discern or perceive a difference between things, or to make a clear distinction between right and wrong. In art, the concept of 'distinction' can refer to the use of contrasting colors, textures, or forms to create visual interest and depth.

How to Memorize "distinguish"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine two similar objects, such as two red apples. Visualize the subtle differences between them, such as the shade of red or the size and shape of each apple.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'distinguish' with the idea of making a clear distinction or separation, such as separating two piles of clothes or separating eggs from their shells.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device, such as a rhyme or acronym, to help remember the meaning of 'distinguish'. For example, 'Distinguish' could be remembered as 'Different Is Something That Stands Unique In Its Own Right'.

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