Distinguishable: meaning, definitions and examples

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distinguishable

[dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbəl ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

in a crowd

Able to be recognized as separate or different from something else.

Synonyms

apparent, discernible, identifiable, noticeable.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
distinguishable	Used when something can be recognized as different from others, especially when compared side by side with something similar. His voice was easily distinguishable from the rest of the speakers. The twins are only distinguishable by the color of their eyes.
discernible	Used when something can be detected or recognized, often with some effort or with the use of one’s senses or intellect. Suggests a greater degree of effort than 'apparent'. There was a discernible improvement in her performance. The difference between the two shades of blue is barely discernible.
identifiable	Used when something can be recognized or established as being a particular entity, often suggesting that it can be named or labeled. The plant was identifiable by its unique leaves. Her handwriting was easily identifiable.
noticeable	Used when something is easily seen or recognized, often implying that it stands out or attracts attention. There was a noticeable change in temperature. Her absence was noticeable at the party.
apparent	Used when something is clearly visible or obvious without needing much effort to see or understand it. It became apparent that he was not coming to the meeting. The problems with the project were apparent from the start.

Examples of usage

They wore distinguishable uniforms for easy identification.
The twins had very similar features, but there were a few distinguishable differences.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

objects

Capable of being perceived as different or distinct.

Synonyms

clear, distinct, evident, recognizable.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
distinguishable	Use when focusing on the ability to see or identify differences between things. The twins are hardly distinguishable from each other In the fog, the figure was barely distinguishable
distinct	Use when emphasizing that something is unmistakable or easily perceivable as separate. There are distinct differences between the two models He spoke with a distinct accent
recognizable	Use when talking about something that can be identified because it is familiar. The actor is recognizable from his role in the TV show The melody was instantly recognizable
clear	Use when talking about something that is easy to understand or see. It was clear that she was not happy The water in the lake is so clear you can see the bottom
evident	Use when something is obvious or easily seen. Often used in more formal contexts. The changes were evident to everyone It is evident that they are in love

Examples of usage

The two cars were similar in color, but their sizes were distinguishable.
The artist used distinguishable brush strokes in each painting.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'distinguere', meaning 'to separate or mark off'.
In Old French, 'distin' meant 'distinct' or 'separate', leading to the current form in English.
The prefix 'dis-' adds the meaning of separation, while '-able' signifies that something can be done.

Psychology

Humans naturally seek to distinguish between stimuli, which is essential for learning and perception.
In cognitive psychology, distinguishing features help our brains categorize objects for better memory recall.
The concept of distinguishable features is crucial in social psychology for how individuals perceive and interact with different groups.

Education

Teaching children to recognize distinguishable traits fosters critical thinking and observational skills.
In language learning, mastering the ability to distinguish sounds is fundamental for pronunciation.
Distinguishable skills in students are often assessed through varied testing methods to cater to different learning styles.

Art

In visual arts, distinguishable elements like color, shape, and texture create depth and meaning in a piece.
Artists often use contrast to help viewers distinguish between different objects or moods within their artwork.
Famous art movements, like Impressionism, focused on how distinguishable brush strokes could convey light and movement.

Technology

In graphic design, distinguishability between elements is key to creating effective logos and branding.
In machine learning, algorithms are trained to distinguish between classes in data for classification tasks.
Web accessibility guidelines stress the importance of making visual elements distinguishable for users with vision impairments.

Translations

Translations of the word "distinguishable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 distinguível

🇮🇳 पहचाने योग्य

🇩🇪 unterscheidbar

🇮🇩 terlihat

🇺🇦 розрізнюваний

🇵🇱 rozróżnialny

🇯🇵 区別できる

🇫🇷 distinguable

🇪🇸 distinguible

🇹🇷 ayırt edilebilir

🇰🇷 구별할 수 있는

🇸🇦 يمكن تمييزه

🇨🇿 rozlišitelný

🇸🇰 rozlíšiteľný

🇨🇳 可辨别的

🇸🇮 razločljiv

🇮🇸 aðgreinanlegur

🇰🇿 ажыратылатын

🇬🇪 განასხვავებადი

🇦🇿 fərqlənən

🇲🇽 distinguible

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,810, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.

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10807 pear
10808 caudal
10809 marvelous
10810 distinguishable
10811 etiology
10812 counselors
10813 annular
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