Distinguishment vs. Distinction
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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 infatuationDistinctionnoun
high status importance owing to marked superiority;
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Distinctionnoun
a distinguishing quality;
it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in townDistinctionnoun
a distinguishing difference;
he learned the distinction between gold and lead
