(usually used in plural form "values") Principles or standards of behavior
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A difference or contrast between similar things or people
“The distinction between the two concepts is fiercely contested and often blurred.”
The act of distinguishing or discriminating
“There is a distinction to be made between resting and slacking.”
A quality that gives something special worth or a point of difference
“It has the distinction of being the only desk that can be perfectly adjusted to fit the pupil occupying it.”
Exceptionally high in quality, class or refinement
“He lays claim to being a skilled tailor who specializes in suits of distinction.”
A quality or characteristic that is honorable or meritorious
“Nobody can deny that she has served her country with distinction and strength.”
The state or fact of being above others in status, rank or importance
“Having such an able mentor and example to follow, he quickly became an artist of distinction.”
Public admiration or acknowledgment for an achievement
“She received some well-deserved distinction for her outstanding contributions to the industry.”
Something awarded in recognition of achievement
“She came home with news of having won a distinction for an essay she wrote for a competition at school.”
The property of being separate
The quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner
Exceptional talent or intelligence
The characteristic of being tangible
A fine or petty point of conduct or procedure
Grandeur, brilliance, lavishness or splendor
Discrimination of a reactant towards a choice of other reactants
A minor distinction
The action of disconnecting or separating or the state of being disconnected
Dividing line
Something given as a reward, prize, or incentive
State of being precise or particular
The act of choosing
The balance of advantage; superiority in strength, power, or resources
Distinguishing characteristics
(usually used in plural form "values") Principles or standards of behavior
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