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Distinguishes

Verb / dɪˈstɪŋgwɪʃɪz / Another word for distinguishes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To recognize or point out a difference between things

Synonyms & similar words

severalise spot discover signalize severalize differentiate recognize describe signalise mark distinguish secern discern tell identify name secernate separate recognise key differentiates discriminates separates identifies recognizes spots discerns perceives notices characterizes qualifies individualizes determines decides evaluates assesses judges appraises estimates

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Example sentences

  1. He distinguishes himself as the best player on the team.
  2. She can distinguish between different types of flowers.
  3. The teacher distinguishes good work from bad work.
  4. The ability to distinguish colors is important for artists.
  5. It can be hard to distinguish between similar sounding words.

Quotes

  • The wise know too well their weakness to assume infallibility; and he who knows most, knows best how little he knows. - Thomas Jefferson
  • The measure of intelligence is the ability to change. - Albert Einstein
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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