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distinguished

The correct spelling is distinguished.

How to pronounce distinguished

/dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt/
verb

IPA: /dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Say it like: Dis-tin-gui-she-d

The correct spelling is distinguished. To recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics. For example: "The soldier distinguished himself in combat and received a medal."

Usage Examples

The soldier distinguished himself in combat and received a medal.

The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians.

Her father was a distinguished gentleman, albeit a poor one.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics.
  2. 2.To see someone or something clearly or distinctly.
  3. 3.To make oneself noticeably different or better from others through accomplishments.
  4. 4.To make to differ.

adjective

  1. 1.Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of past achievements; prestigious
  2. 2.Having a dignified appearance or demeanor
  3. 3.Specified, noted.

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