C1 noun محايد

distinct

/dɪˈstɪŋkt/

Recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type. It also describes something that is clearly perceived, easy to notice, or definitely existing.

أمثلة

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1

There are three distinct types of birds living in this specific forest habitat.

There are three separate and different categories of birds living in this specific forest habitat.

2

The court noted a distinct lack of evidence to support the plaintiff's primary claim.

The court noted a clear and obvious absence of evidence to support the plaintiff's primary claim.

3

I have a distinct feeling that we are being watched right now.

I have a very clear and unmistakable feeling that we are being watched right now.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
distinction
Verb
distinguish
ظرف
distinctly
صفة
distinct
مرتبط
distinctness
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the word 'distance'. If two things have 'distance' between them, they are 'distinct' (separate).

اختبار سريع

The two brothers have _____ personalities despite being identical twins.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: distinct

أمثلة

1

There are three distinct types of birds living in this specific forest habitat.

everyday

There are three separate and different categories of birds living in this specific forest habitat.

2

The court noted a distinct lack of evidence to support the plaintiff's primary claim.

formal

The court noted a clear and obvious absence of evidence to support the plaintiff's primary claim.

3

I have a distinct feeling that we are being watched right now.

informal

I have a very clear and unmistakable feeling that we are being watched right now.

4

The study identifies two distinct phases of cellular development during the experiment.

academic

The study identifies two separate and individual phases of cellular development during the experiment.

5

Our company has a distinct advantage over competitors due to our proprietary technology.

business

Our company has a clear and definite advantage over competitors due to our proprietary technology.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
distinction
Verb
distinguish
ظرف
distinctly
صفة
distinct
مرتبط
distinctness

تلازمات شائعة

distinct advantage a clear or definite benefit
distinct possibility a real or clear chance of something happening
distinct impression a strong and clear feeling about something
distinct lack of a noticeable or obvious absence of
distinct categories completely separate groups

العبارات الشائعة

as distinct from

used to contrast two things that are different

keep distinct

to ensure two things remain separate

distinct from one another

clearly different when compared to each other

يُخلط عادةً مع

distinct vs distinctive

Distinct means separate or clear, while distinctive means having a quality that makes something easy to recognize or characteristic of a person/thing.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

Use 'distinct' when you want to emphasize that two or more things are completely separate entities, or when a quality is so strong it cannot be missed.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners often use 'distinct' when they mean 'distinctive'. For example, saying a 'distinct smell' is fine, but if the smell is what makes a place unique, 'distinctive' is often the better choice.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the word 'distance'. If two things have 'distance' between them, they are 'distinct' (separate).

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أصل الكلمة

From the Latin 'distinctus', the past participle of 'distinguere', meaning to separate by pricking or to keep separate.

أنماط نحوية

often followed by the preposition 'from' used as an attributive adjective before a noun can be used as a predicative adjective after linking verbs

اختبار سريع

The two brothers have _____ personalities despite being identical twins.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: distinct

كلمات ذات صلة

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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