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to distinguish
01
to recognize and mentally separate two things, people, etc.
Transitive: to distinguish between two things or people | to distinguish sb/sth from sb/sth
02
to perceive or identify someone or something with clarity
Transitive: to distinguish a shape or sound
03
to be the distinctive feature or characteristic between two things, people, etc.
Transitive: to distinguish sb/sth from others
04
to sort or divide things into different groups based on their features or qualities
Transitive: to distinguish sb/sth
05
to make something conspicuous or noteworthy by discerning it
Transitive: to distinguish sb/sth
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Example
The detective could distinguish the authentic painting from the clever forgery.
She could easily distinguish between identical twins by their personalities.
She easily distinguishes between different types of flowers in the garden.
Teachers aim to help students distinguish between fact and opinion in critical thinking.
Only an epicure's palate could distinguish the subtle flavors and textures in caviars from different parts of the world.
