distinctive section

[dɪˈstɪŋktɪv ˈsɛkʃən]
nounpl: distinctive sections
seção distintiva
1. a clearly identifiable or characteristic part of something that stands out from other parts due to unique qualities or features
The distinctive section of the museum featured works by local artists.
A seção distintiva do museu apresentava obras de artistas locais.
2. a portion of a document, text, or organization marked by particular characteristics that differentiate it from surrounding areas
This distinctive section of the report highlights the company's innovations.
Esta seção distintiva do relatório destaca as inovações da empresa.
3. in architecture or design, a segment or area with recognizable and individual characteristics
The building has a distinctive section with art deco styling.
O prédio possui uma seção distintiva com estilo art déco.
In Brazilian business and academic contexts, 'seção distintiva' is commonly used in reports, museum descriptions, and organizational structures to highlight special or unique areas. In Portugal, the spelling 'secção' is preferred. The term carries a formal, professional tone and is rarely used in casual conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
distinctive partcharacteristic sectionunique segmentidentifiable portionmarked area
Antonyms / Antônimos
generic sectionordinary partunremarkable portionindistinguishable area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seção distintiva
standard usage in formal contexts
São Paulo
seção característica
alternative common in business and formal writing
Rio de Janeiro
parte especial
more colloquial alternative
Portugal
secção distintiva
uses 'secção' spelling; formal and technical contexts

Related Words

distinctive featurecharacteristic traitunique qualitysegmentationcompartmentalizationdivision

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand out in a crowd
mark one's territory
make one's mark
set apart from the rest
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