Distinctive — Definition & Meaning

What does distinctive mean?

adjective

Having a quality that is unique or special; clearly different from others. Used to describe something that is characteristic or typical of a particular person, place, or thing.

Example

"The distinctive sound of the city's traffic was a familiar one to the residents."

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Etymologically related

distinct distinctive distinctly distinction

Synonyms for distinctive

unique special characteristic typical marked notable

Antonyms of distinctive

unremarkable ordinary common

Rhymes with distinctive

distinct connect intersect correct