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Distinct

adjective

Distinct means clearly separate or different.

8 letters 2 syllables

What does Distinct mean?

Distinct means clearly separate or different.

Dictionary definition

Distinct means clearly different from something else.

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Distinct in a sentence

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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

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What does distinct mean?

Practice 2

Which choice is closest in meaning to distinct?

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Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for distinct?

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Synonyms

Words like Distinct

differentRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
separateRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
clear-cutRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms

Opposite words

similarHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
identicalHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
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Base word

distinct

adjective

distinct

Base form of distinct.

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