Distinction
/dɪˈstɪŋkʃən/
Scrabble:14 ptsWWF:17 pts11 letters
Definition of Distinction
noun
- That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.
- The act of distinguishing, discriminating; discrimination.
"There is a distinction to be made between resting and slacking."
- Specifically, a feature that causes someone or something to stand out as being better; a mark of honour, rank, eminence or excellence; being distinguished.
"She had the distinction of meeting the Queen."
Anagrams of Distinction
No exact anagrams found for "distinction". This word has a unique letter combination.
Related Word Patterns
Synonyms & Antonyms
ANTONYMS
Letter Values
d2
i1
s1
t1
i1
n1
c3
t1
i1
o1
n1
Total: 14 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Distinction
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Distinction"
Distinction is a 11-letter word that scores 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Distinction" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "distinction" is a medium-scoring word.