distinction synonyms
distinction
n.
The act or quality of noticing differences
differentiation, separation, discrimination, discretion, sharpness, discreteness, discernment, perception, sensitivity, penetration, acuteness, analysis, clearness, judgment, refinement, estimation, nicety, tact, diagnosis, marking out, demarcation; see also acumen, definition 2.Antonyms
dullness*, indifference*, obtuseness. A difference used for distinction, sense 1
distinctive feature, particular, qualification, contrast; see characteristic, detail 1, difference 2.A mark of personal achievement
eminence, repute, renown, prominence; see fame 1.Excellence
superiority, note, flair, style; see perfection 3.
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