DISTINCTION
Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1T1I1N1C3T1I1O1N1 = 14
Definition
- noun a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes. — synonyms: differentiation
- noun high status importance owing to marked superiority. — synonyms: eminence, preeminence, note
- noun a distinguishing difference between similar things or people.
- noun an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority.
Examples
- “it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation”
- “a scholar of great eminence”
- “he learned the distinction between gold and lead”