GRE Word List

DISTINCTION

the act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference

The meaning of the word distinction is the act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference.

Random words

WordMeaning
ethnologya branch of cultural anthropology dealing chiefly with the comparative and analytical study of cultures
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incidencerate of occurrence or influence
polemican aggressive attack on or refutation of the opinions or principles of another
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else
eclipticof or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered