distinction · noun /dɪˈstɪŋ.ʃən/
distinction (DIFFERENCE)
B2 C or U a difference between two similar things
Dictionary examples:
the distinction between spoken and written language
There's a clear distinction between the dialects spoken in the two regions.
Learner example:
You must be able to make [a] distinction between wild and feroc[ious] species and small animals. (First Certificate in English; B2; Dutch)
distinction (QUALITY)
C2 U a quality or fact that makes someone or something special or different
Dictionary examples:
He is a scientist of great distinction.
He has the distinction of being the youngest player in the World Cup finals.
Learner example:
In the end what really made her so suc[c]essful was her famous Tailleur sign of elegance and distinction and her well-known perfume, Chanel no. 5. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Italian)
