distinctive

[dih-stingk-tiv] / dɪˈstɪŋk tɪv /

ADJECTIVE

different, unique

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cool extraordinary idiosyncratic offbeat original peculiar singular special weird

WEAK

characteristic diacritic diagnostic discrete distinguishing excellent far cry gnarly individual like night and day outstanding perfect poles apart proper separate single superior typical uncommon unreal wicked

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common commonplace normal ordinary regular usual

WEAK

resembling same similar standard

Example Sentences

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“They are now widely produced, aggregated and interpreted, and no longer represent an area where Gallup can make its most distinctive contribution,” the spokesperson added.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Powered by electric motors, it also does not have the distinctive engine noise.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

These compounds feature a metal atom positioned between two carbon rings, giving them a distinctive "sandwich" structure.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

CBS’s “Late Show” franchise has long been distinctive within the world of late night for its willingness to push beyond entertainment into critique.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Maddie could hear the one lad’s distinctive nasal whinny even after his back had become anonymous.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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