Distinguishment vs. Distinction

Distinguishment vs. Distinction — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Distinguishment and Distinction

Distinguishmentnoun

A distinction; observation of difference.

Distinctionnoun

That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.

Distinctionnoun

The act of distinguishing, discriminating; discrimination.

There is a distinction to be made between resting and slacking.

Distinctionnoun

Specifically, a feature that causes someone or something to stand out as being better; a mark of honour, rank, eminence or excellence; being distinguished.

She had the distinction of meeting the Queen.

Distinctionnoun

a discrimination between things as different and distinct;

it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation

Distinctionnoun

high status importance owing to marked superiority;

a scholar of great eminence
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Distinctionnoun

a distinguishing quality;

it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in town

Distinctionnoun

a distinguishing difference;

he learned the distinction between gold and lead