distinctive
Translation
distinctive, characteristic
Examples
The bird has a distinctive yellow crest.
The bird has a distinctive yellow crest.
She has a very distinctive voice.
She has a very distinctive voice.
Grammar Patterns
a distinctive ((noun)) a quality that makes sth. special The car has a distinctive design.
Similar Words
Synonyms: characteristic, unique, special; Antonyms: common, ordinary, typical
Etymology
From Latin 'distinguere' (to distinguish). 'dis-' (apart) + 'stinguere' (to mark), literally 'to mark apart'.
Memory Tips
Think of a feature that is 'distinct' and makes something stand out from the rest.