n. | 1. | A marking off by visible signs; separation into parts; division. |
2. | The act of distinguishing or denoting the differences between objects, or the qualities by which one is known from others; exercise of discernment; discrimination. | |
3. | That which distinguishes one thing from another; distinguishing quality; sharply defined difference; | |
4. | Estimation of difference; regard to differences or distinguishing circumstance. | |
5. | Conspicuous station; eminence; superiority; honorable estimation; |
Noun | 1. | distinction - a discrimination between things as different and distinct; "it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation" Synonyms: differentiation |
2. | distinction - high status importance owing to marked superiority; "a scholar of great eminence" | |
3. | distinction - a distinguishing quality; "it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in town" | |
4. | distinction - a distinguishing difference; "he learned the distinction between gold and lead" |