distinction
US /dɪˈstɪŋk.ʃən/
UK /dɪˈstɪŋk.ʃən/
1.
区别, 区分
a difference or contrast between similar things or people
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There is a clear distinction between right and wrong.
对与错之间有明显的区别。
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He made a subtle distinction between the two concepts.
他对这两个概念做了细微的区分。
2.
殊荣, 卓越, 声望
excellence that sets someone or something apart from others
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She achieved academic distinction with her outstanding research.
她以杰出的研究获得了学术殊荣。
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He served the country with great distinction.
他以卓越的功绩为国家服务。