distinctive
Translation
distinctive, characteristic, unique
Examples
The bird has a distinctive red crest.
The bird has a distinctive red crest.
She has a very distinctive voice.
She has a very distinctive voice.
Grammar Patterns
a distinctive ((noun)) a characteristic (noun) The car has a distinctive design.
Similar Words
Synonyms: characteristic, unique, peculiar; Antonyms: common, ordinary
Etymology
From Latin 'distinctivus', from 'distinguere' (to distinguish). It means 'serving to distinguish'.
Memory Tips
Something 'distinctive' helps you 'distinguish' it from others. It has a feature that makes it stand out.