C1 noun Neutre

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.

Exemples

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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.

Famille de mots

Nom
distinction
Verb
distinguish
Adverbe
distinctly
Adjectif
distinct
Apparenté
distinctness
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Astuce mémo

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

Quiz rapide

The two brothers have _____ personalities despite being identical twins.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : distinct

Exemples

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.

Famille de mots

Nom
distinction
Verb
distinguish
Adverbe
distinctly
Adjectif
distinct
Apparenté
distinctness

Collocations courantes

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

Phrases Courantes

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

Souvent confondu avec

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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Notes d'usage

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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Erreurs courantes

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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Astuce mémo

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

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Origine du mot

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

Modèles grammaticaux

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

Quiz rapide

The two brothers have _____ personalities despite being identical twins.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : distinct

Mots lis

brawl

B2

A noisy, rough, and uncontrolled fight that usually involves several people in a public place. It can refer to the physical struggle itself or the act of participating in such a fight.

brawn

B2

Brawn refers to physical strength and muscular power, especially when contrasted with intelligence or mental ability. It describes the capacity for heavy physical labor and force rather than intellectual or strategic skill.

bray

B2

To bray refers to the loud, harsh, and jarring cry specifically made by a donkey. In a figurative sense, it describes a person speaking or laughing in a similarly loud, unpleasant, or raucous manner.

brazenly

B2

To perform an action in a bold and shameless way, without any attempt to hide it. It usually describes behavior that ignores social norms, rules, or the feelings of others in a defiant manner.

brazenness

B2

The quality of being bold and without shame, often in a way that is considered disrespectful, shocking, or socially unacceptable. It describes a person's behavior when they act improperly or commit a mistake but refuse to show any embarrassment or regret.

brazil

B2

Relating to or originating from the country of Brazil, typically used as an attributive noun in established terms or to describe geopolitical and commercial relationships. While 'Brazilian' is the primary adjective, 'Brazil' functions adjectivally in specific compound phrases like 'Brazil nut'.

bread

B2

A primary food staple made from flour or meal that is moistened, kneaded, and baked. In a broader sociopolitical or academic context, it often symbolizes basic sustenance, livelihood, or the fundamental requirements for human survival.

breadboard

B2

To construct a temporary electronic circuit on a solderless board for testing or prototyping purposes. It involves plugging components into a grid to verify a design's functionality before creating a permanent version.

breadcrumb

B2

In a digital or metaphorical context, this describes a type of secondary navigation or a series of clues that allow a person to track their path or progress. It is most commonly used to describe interface elements that show a user's location within a website hierarchy.

breadfruit

B2

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