Meaning & use
distinct
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Recognizably different or separate from something else; clearly perceptible.
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The two proposals have distinct advantages and should be evaluated separately.
There was a distinct smell of smoke coming from the kitchen.
A note on using this word
Don't confuse with 'distinguished,' which describes someone respected or notable rather than something separate or clear.
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