adjective Uncommon

distinguishing

Distinguishing (adjective) means serving to mark something as different from others. Example: “A scar on his chin was his most distinguishing feature.”

adjective

Serving to mark something as different from others.

"A scar on his chin was his most distinguishing feature."

How to use distinguishing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes a feature that sets something apart and makes it recognizable.

Common pairings

distinguishing feature distinguishing mark distinguishing characteristic

Word forms

more distinguishing comparative, distinguishings plural, most distinguishing superlative

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Rhymes for distinguishing

fishing dishing phishing swishing vanishing perishing finishing punishing polishing ravishing nourishing publishing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “distinguishing” mean?

The word “distinguishing” means serving to mark something as different from others. In plain terms, describes a feature that sets something apart and makes it recognizable.

How do you use “distinguishing” in a sentence?

Here is “distinguishing” used in a sentence: “A scar on his chin was his most distinguishing feature.”

What part of speech is “distinguishing”?

“Distinguishing” is an adjective.

Is “distinguishing” a common word?

“Distinguishing” is an uncommon word in modern English.