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
  • As a demographer who has looked at population data for decades, Johnson said this year’s difference between the Census Bureau and California Department of Finance estimates was remarkable.
    Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • What’s the difference between a deep conditioner and regular conditioner?
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of difference
Noun
  • Francesco became the first person to map the diversity of various plots and soil types in Romagna.
    Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • In the interview, Bannon noted that there are a diversity of views within Trump's movement and predicted an internal struggle.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of diversity
Noun
  • For tech leaders, strategic partnerships with sports events and organizations present a moment of distinction to not only deepen their connections with audiences but also showcase their products at work.
    Josh Bruni, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Tom Cruise is adding a unique distinction to his collection of Hollywood accolades: the U.S. Navy's highest civilian award.
    Jack Smart, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of distinction
Noun
  • By contrast, the sneaker trends that have defined the latter half of this year–and those forecast for next–suggest many people are striving for anti-mainstream designs.
    Alice Cary, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
  • By contrast, credit cards account for 49% of banner Liverpool sales and 33% of Suburbia’s.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of contrast
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