distinct

distinct, différent

Clairement différent d’autre chose, ou qui existe séparément.

En anglais simple : Clearly different from something else, or existing as a separate thing.

• The two groups are distinct.
• We identified three distinct types of problem.
• Her role is distinct from mine.

Comment l'utiliser : distinct from something (This species is distinct from the others.)

Synonymes : different, separate

Contraires : identical

Expressions courantes : distinct from something, distinct groups, two distinct types

net, évident

Clairement perceptible ou certain, notamment pour un sentiment, une possibilité ou un avantage.

En anglais simple : Clearly noticeable or definite, especially when describing a feeling, chance, or benefit.

• This gives us a distinct advantage.
• There is a distinct possibility of rain.
• I had the distinct impression that she wanted to leave.

Synonymes : definite, clear, noticeable

Expressions courantes : distinct advantage, distinct possibility, distinct impression

net, perceptible

Assez net pour être facilement vu, entendu, senti ou perçu autrement.

En anglais simple : Clear enough to see, hear, smell, or otherwise notice easily.

• We heard a distinct click.
• The mountain’s outline became more distinct as the fog lifted.
• There was a distinct smell of smoke in the hall.

Synonymes : clear, noticeable, perceptible

Contraires : indistinct

Expressions courantes : distinct outline, distinct sound, distinct smell