DISTINGUISHES
(verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Distinguishes.
Distinguishes - as a verb
Mark as different
Example: "We distinguish several kinds of maple"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
differentiate20secern8secernateseparate10severaliseseveralizetell4tell apartHypernyms (Closely Related)
identify15place9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Detect with the senses
Example: "The fleeing convicts were picked out of the darkness by the watchful prison guards"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discern10make outpick outrecognise12recognize21spot6tell apartHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense
Example: "His modesty distinguishes him from his peers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
differentiate20mark10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
characterise19characterize28qualify22Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make conspicuous or noteworthy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
signalise10signalize19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mark10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Identify as in botany or biology, for example
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
describe13discover14identify15key10key outname6Example Sentences
"The unique pattern on a zebra's coat distinguishes it from other animals."
"His exceptional talent distinguishes him as one of the best musicians in the world."
"The distinct aroma of the coffee distinguishes it from other brands."
"The professor's engaging teaching style distinguishes him from other educators."
"The protagonist's courage in the face of danger distinguishes him as a true hero."
Word Game Points
Is DISTINGUISHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distinguishes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISTINGUISHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is DISTINGUISHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distinguishes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISTINGUISHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is DISTINGUISHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distinguishes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISTINGUISHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
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