Distinguish

/dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To recognize or ascertain what makes something different.

It's important to distinguish between right and wrong.

To perceive clearly by sight or sense.

I can hardly distinguish the colors in this dim light.

To make or constitute a difference.

Her unique style helps to distinguish her from other artists.

To mark as different; differentiate.

You should distinguish your product from those of competitors.

To award or honor; to confer distinction.

The university aims to distinguish itself through research excellence.

From Latin 'distinguere', meaning 'to separate or distinguish'

distinguish oneself

To stand out due to one's actions or achievements.

distinguish between

To recognize the differences between two or more items.

distinguish features

Characteristics that allow identification or differentiation.

distinct

Clearly different or of a different kind.

distinction

A difference or contrast between similar things or people.

distinguishable

Capable of being perceived as different.

Spot the difference

Come on, you need to spot the difference between these two paintings!

Tell apart

I can't tell them apart; they look so similar!