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Synonyms & Similar Words
unique
special
characteristic
individual
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outstanding
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striking
noticeable
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singular
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Meaning of Distinctive
The primary meaning of the word "Distinctive" is having a unique or special quality that makes something stand out.
Definitions
- Having a unique or special quality that makes something stand out
- Serving to distinguish or identify someone or something
- Clearly or noticeably different from others of the same kind
Etymology of Distinctive
The word "Distinctive" comes from the Old French word "distinctif", which is derived from the Latin word "distinctus", meaning "separated" or "distinguished"
The word has been in use since the 15th century to describe something that is clearly different or unique
Example Uses
- The company's distinctive logo is recognized worldwide
- The artist's distinctive style sets her apart from other painters
- The city's distinctive accent is a source of local pride
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
indistinct
vague
unclear
unremarkable
ordinary
common
usual
typical
standard
conventional
familiar
unnoticeable
inconspicuous
obscure
anonymous
unidentified
unnamed
unidentifiable
unspecified
nondescript
generic
universal
general
ordinary
mundane