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distinción

[dis-tin-θjón]
nounfemininepl: distinciones
distinção
1. The quality of being distinguished or notable; excellence or superiority
She received the award with great distinction.
Ela recebeu o prêmio com grande distinção.
2. A difference or contrast between things
There is an important distinction between the two concepts.
Há uma distinção importante entre os dois conceitos.
3. A mark of honor, respect, or recognition
He earned the distinction of being the first to accomplish this feat.
Ele conquistou a distinção de ser o primeiro a realizar este feito.
4. Elegance, refinement, or social status
She dressed with distinction and sophistication.
Ela se vestiu com distinção e sofisticação.
Synonyms
diferenciadiferenciaciónhonorméritoelegancia
Antonyms
semejanzaigualdadvulgaridadordinariez

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distinção
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
distinção
standard usage with same meaning and frequency

Related Idioms & Phrases

hacer una distinción entre
con distinción
recibir una distinción
ganarse una distinción
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