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distinct

[/dɪˈstɪŋkt/]
adjective
distinto
1. recognizably different in nature; of a different kind
The two species are quite distinct from each other.
As duas espécies são bastante distintas uma da outra.
2. clearly perceptible; evident and unambiguous
There is a distinct difference in quality between the two products.
Há uma diferença distinta em qualidade entre os dois produtos.
3. separate or different in space; not touching or connected
Each student has a distinct workspace.
Cada estudante tem um espaço de trabalho distinto.
Synonyms
differentseparateclearobviousapparentmarkednotable
Antonyms
similarsameidenticalunclearvagueindistinct

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distinto
Standard usage, commonly used in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
distinto
Standard usage, no regional variation
Portugal
distinto
Standard usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

distinct possibility - uma possibilidade clara/evidente
distinct advantage - uma vantagem clara
distinct from - distinto de/diferente de
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