How Do You Spell DISTINCT?

Pronunciation: [dɪstˈɪŋkt] (IPA)

Distinct (dɪˈstɪŋkt) is a word commonly used to describe something that is easily recognizable or different from others. It is spelled with a "c" and not a "k" because it comes from the Latin word "distinctus," which means "separated" or "distinct." The phonetic transcription of this word shows that the stress is on the second syllable, with the "i" pronounced as a short "i" sound, and the "c" as a hard "k" sound. Make sure to spell distinct correctly to avoid confusion and convey your message clearly.

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DISTINCT Meaning and Definition

  1. Distinct is an adjective that describes something as separate, unique, or clearly different from something else. It refers to qualities, characteristics, or features that are easily recognizable and can be differentiated from others. When something is distinct, it stands out or is easily distinguished, often due to its individuality or remarkable nature.

    It can also refer to something that is clear, specific, or definite in its nature, making it easily understood or perceived. In this sense, it conveys the idea of being evident or noticeable, lacking any ambiguity or confusion. Distinctiveness can apply to various aspects, such as sounds, smells, tastes, or visual appearances that are easily distinguishable, providing a clear identity or recognition.

    Distinction can exist in different domains. In terms of personal traits or characteristics, distinct can describe someone who possesses unique or exceptional abilities, talents, or attributes. It emphasizes the exceptional and remarkable qualities that stand out among others.

    In summary, distinct pertains to something that sets itself apart, having clear differences or characteristics that are easily distinguishable from others. It implies separateness, individuality, uniqueness, clarity, or exceptional qualities that are easily recognized, making it stand out or making it noticeable.

  2. Not the same in number or kind; separate; clear; different; plain; obvious; not confused.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of DISTINCT

The word "distinct" originated from the Latin word "distinctus", which is the past participle of the verb "distinguere". "Distinguere" is a combination of "dis" meaning "apart" and "stinguere" meaning "to prick or separate". Hence, the etymology of "distinct" suggests a meaning of "being separate or clearly marked off from others".

Idioms with the word DISTINCT

  • distinct To be clearly different or distinguishable from something else.

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Conjugate verb Distinct

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have distincted
you would have distincted
he/she/it would have distincted
we would have distincted
they would have distincted

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been distincting
you would have been distincting
he/she/it would have been distincting
we would have been distincting
they would have been distincting

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would distinct
you would distinct
he/she/it would distinct
we would distinct
they would distinct

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be distincting
you would be distincting
he/she/it would be distincting
we would be distincting
they would be distincting

FUTURE

I will distinct
you will distinct
he/she/it will distinct
we will distinct
they will distinct

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be distincting
you will be distincting
he/she/it will be distincting
we will be distincting
they will be distincting

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have distincted
you will have distincted
he/she/it will have distincted
we will have distincted
they will have distincted

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been distincting
you will have been distincting
he/she/it will have been distincting
we will have been distincting
they will have been distincting

IMPERATIVE

we Let´s distinct

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was distincting
you were distincting
he/she/it was distincting
we were distincting
they were distincting

PAST PARTICIPLE

distincted

PAST PERFECT

I had distincted
you had distincted
he/she/it had distincted
we had distincted
they had distincted

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been distincting
you had been distincting
he/she/it had been distincting
we had been distincting
they had been distincting

PRESENT

I distinct
you distinct
he/she/it distincts
we distinct
they distinct

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am distincting
you are distincting
he/she/it is distincting
we are distincting
they are distincting

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

distincting

PRESENT PERFECT

I have distincted
you have distincted
he/she/it has distincted
we have distincted
they have distincted

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been distincting
you have been distincting
he/she/it has been distincting
we have been distincting
they have been distincting

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it distinct

SIMPLE PAST

I distincted
you distincted
he/she/it distincted
we distincted
they distincted

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