distinction
(noun)
noun
1. a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
- it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation
Similar word(s): differentiation
Definition categories: thought, discrimination, secernment
2. high status importance owing to marked superiority
Similar word(s): eminence, note, preeminence
Definition categories: state
3. a distinguishing difference between similar things or people
- he learned the distinction between gold and lead
Definition categories: attribute, difference
4. an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority
- she graduated with the highest distinction
Definition categories: communication, accolade, award, honor, honour, laurels
Sentences with distinction as a noun:
- There is a distinction to be made between resting and slacking.
- She had the distinction of meeting the Queen.