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distinction

/dɪ'stɪŋkʃən/ · dɪstɪŋkʃən

Distinction has 3 syllables: dis · tinc · tion.

dis
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tinc
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tion
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noun. A discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes.

noun. High status importance owing to marked superiority.

noun. A distinguishing difference between similar things or people.

noun. An honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority.

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