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1
in a way that shows an easily distinguishable quality
- The colors of the two flags were distinctly different.
- Her voice was distinctly recognizable in the crowded room.
- The advantages of the new system were distinctly outlined in the presentation.
- The scent of the flowers was distinctly aromatic and pleasant.
- The artist's style was distinctly modern and abstract.
2
in a clear, definite, and easily distinguishable manner, often referring to clarity of thought, perception, or expression
- He distinctly remembers the details of the event, even after many years.
- She could distinctly sense that something was wrong, even without being told.
- I can distinctly recall the exact moment when the idea first came to me.
- He distinctly heard someone calling his name from across the room.
- The artist distinctly captured the contrast between light and shadow in her work.
Synonyms:
3
to a distinct degree