dictionary.pt

dictionary.pt

distinction

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/diʃtĩˈsɐ̃w̃/dis·tin·ção

Definitions

2
1

The action or effect of distinguishing; difference, separation.

Usage examples

“It is important to make a distinction between fact and opinion.”
“The distinction of colors is clear.”

Common combinations

make a distinctionclear distinctionwithout distinction
2

Honor, privilege, or recognition granted to someone.

Usage examples

“He received a distinction for his volunteer work.”
“It was a distinction to be invited to speak.”

Common combinations

receive a distinctionhonorary distinctionhigh distinction