distinctness

noun

Definition of distinctnessnext
as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different the distinctness of Jane Austen's writing makes it easy to recognize on a test

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  1. difference
  2. diversity
  3. distinction
  4. contrast
Noun
  • Here, then, are most*** of the 2024 House races sorted by the difference between their margins and the presidential margins in their districts.
    Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
  • What’s the difference between canister and compressor ice cream makers?
    Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of difference
Noun
  • Kelly falsely claimed that the fire chief had prioritized diversity instead of filling the fire hydrants.
    Mathew Rodriguez, Them, 9 Jan. 2025
  • This diversity of thought can lead to competitive advantages in global markets.
    Salvador Ordorica, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of diversity
Noun
  • With the loss, the Vikings settled for the undesirable distinction of having the most wins for a wild-card team in league history.
    Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • That distinction belonged to Josh Allen, who, despite losing his top two receiving targets — including perennial Pro Bowler Stefon Diggs — last offseason, delivered another dominant campaign and led the Buffalo Bills to their latest AFC East crown.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of distinction
Noun
  • Today’s sober-curious, by contrast, post on Instagram about how Dry January has reduced their inflammation, sharpened their jawline, and improved their sleep score.
    Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Conservatives, by contrast, tend to keep all their modules up and running.
    Elizabeth Kolbert, The New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of contrast
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