Definition of Distinction
Distinction
dis·tin·ction
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A difference or contrast between two or more things.
e.g. She received a distinction in her master's degree for her outstanding thesis.
(noun)
the difference distinguished;
e.g. There's a distinction between effect and affect which clues the writer in on how to use it correctly in a sentence.
(noun)
the quality or state of being excellent, superior, or worthy;
e.g. She has great distinction with all that she's contributed to women's rights within the country.
(noun)
special honor, recognition, or achievement that sets one apart;
e.g. The cords around her graduation robes were a distinction of her excellent achievements during her time as a student.
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