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What is another word for Distinguish? – 118 Distinguish Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    discern recognize identify tell detect perceive notice observe see mark describe characterize define determine differentiate separate isolate single out pinpoint spot locate find ascertain establish verify confirm make out pick out know acknowledge

    Meaning of Distinguish

    The primary meaning of the word "distinguish" is to recognize or establish the difference between two or more things.

    Definitions

    • To recognize or establish the difference between two or more things
    • To make someone or something noticeable or famous
    • To show respect or admiration for someone or something

    Etymology of Distinguish

    The word "distinguish" comes from the Old French word "distinguer", which is derived from the Latin words "dis-" (meaning "apart" or "asunder") and "stinguere" (meaning "to separate" or "to mark")
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to recognize or establish the difference between two or more things"

    Example Uses

    • The researcher was able to distinguish between the two different species of plants based on their unique characteristics.
    • The company's innovative product helped to distinguish it from its competitors in the market.
    • The artist's use of color and light helped to distinguish her work from that of other painters.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    confuse mix up mistake misidentify misrecognize overlook ignore neglect disregard fail to notice fail to see obscure conceal hide camouflage disguise confuse confound perplex bewilder puzzle mystify misinterpret

    Related Nouns

    difference distinction recognition identification perception observation notice awareness knowledge understanding discernment acumen insight intuition judgment discretion differentiation separation isolation segregation

    Related Verbs

    recognize identify perceive notice observe see mark describe characterize define determine differentiate separate isolate single out pinpoint spot locate find ascertain establish verify confirm

    Related Adjectives

    distinct different separate unique individual peculiar special exceptional outstanding notable noticeable recognizable identifiable perceptible observable visible apparent evident clear obvious unmistakable undeniable