distinct

Clearly different from something else, or existing as a separate thing.

• The two groups are distinct.
• We identified three distinct types of problem.
• Her role is distinct from mine.

How to use it: distinct from something (This species is distinct from the others.)

Similar words: different, separate

Opposites: identical

Common phrases: distinct from something, distinct groups, two distinct types

Clearly noticeable or definite, especially when describing a feeling, chance, or benefit.

• This gives us a distinct advantage.
• There is a distinct possibility of rain.
• I had the distinct impression that she wanted to leave.

Similar words: definite, clear, noticeable

Common phrases: distinct advantage, distinct possibility, distinct impression

Clear enough to see, hear, smell, or otherwise notice easily.

• We heard a distinct click.
• The mountain’s outline became more distinct as the fog lifted.
• There was a distinct smell of smoke in the hall.

Similar words: clear, noticeable, perceptible

Opposites: indistinct

Common phrases: distinct outline, distinct sound, distinct smell