distinct

5 definitions • 10 examples

clearly noticeable; that certainly exists:

There's a distinct smell of cigarettes in here.

distinct possibility There's a distinct possibility that I'll be asked to give a speech.

clearly separate and different (from something else):

distinct from The two concepts are quite distinct from each other.

The two concepts are entirely distinct, and should not be confused with one another.

There are two distinct factions within the one political party.

rather than:

She's a personal assistant, as distinct from a secretary.

clearly separate and different:

The two languages are quite distinct from each other.

The dogs are of distinct breeds.

not to be ignored; real and present:

There’s a distinct possibility of rain today.

There were distinct advantages to the first job offer.