Meaning of the word distinguish in English

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distinguish

US /dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃ/

UK /dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃ/

recognize or treat (someone or something) as different

Example:

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It's important to distinguish between fact and opinion.

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He could barely distinguish the figures in the dim light.

Synonym:

differentiate discriminate tell apart make out perceive

manage to discern (something barely perceptible)

Example:

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I could just about distinguish a faint outline in the fog.

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Her voice was so soft, it was hard to distinguish her words.

Synonym:

discern perceive recognize make out spot

make (someone or something) famous or well known

Example:

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His bravery distinguished him from the rest of the soldiers.

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Her exceptional talent distinguishes her in the art world.

Synonym:

signalize mark characterize elevate honor

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