March 10, 2026
distinct
/dɪsˈtɪŋkt/adjective
Easy to see, hear, or notice clearly; also, clearly different from something else.
Example sentences
- “There was a distinct smell of coffee coming from the kitchen.”
- “The twins have very distinct personalities despite looking alike.”
Do not confuse with 'distinctive', which means characteristic of one thing in particular. A smell can be distinct, meaning clear, without being distinctive, meaning identifying.