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Synonyms of distinct

17 similar words · 5 opposite words

Another word for distinct is different. Other synonyms of distinct are clear, obvious and discrete. The opposite of distinct is indistinguishable.

Synonyms and similar words for distinct

adjectiveCapable of being perceived very clearly.

  • clearDistinct, sharp, well-marked.

adjectiveDifferent from one another (with the preferable adposition being "from").

  • differentDistinct, separate; used for emphasis after numbers and other determiners of quantity.
  • separate
  • several obsoleteSeparate, distinct; particular.

adjectiveNoticeably different from others; distinctive.

adjectiveSeparate in place; not conjunct or united; with from.

adjectiveDistinguished; having the difference marked; separated by a visible sign; marked out; specified.

adjectiveMarked; variegated.

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Opposite of distinct

adjectiveAntonym(s) of.

  • confusingDifficult to understand; not clear as lacking order, chaotic, etc.

adjectiveMore antonyms

adjectiveAntonym(s) of “different from one another”.

  • same
  • indistinguishableNot distinguishable; not capable of being perceived, known, or discriminated as separate and distinct.

Meaning of distinct

  1. adjective Capable of being perceived very clearly.
  2. adjective Different from one another (with the preferable adposition being "from").
  3. adjective Noticeably different from others; distinctive.

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Questions about synonyms of distinct

What is another word for distinct?
Distinct has 17 synonyms on Word.ws, such as different, clear, obvious and discrete.
What is the opposite of distinct?
The opposite of distinct is indistinguishable. Other antonyms of distinct are confusing and same.
What does distinct mean?
Distinct means capable of being perceived very clearly.

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