contradistinguish

verb

Definition of contradistinguishnext
as in to difference

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contradistinguish
  1. difference
  2. differentiate
  3. discriminate
  4. set off
  5. discern
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  • These bottles make a strong case that differences in blending, barrel treatment, and proof can yield dramatically different aroma and flavor profiles.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
  • While every call is different, there are many things that remains the same, including the camaraderie and community and difference their work is making.
    — Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
Definition of difference
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  • What differentiates Ammortal from the glut of wellness and optimization products on the market, according to its charismatic and observably in-shape founder, is the promise of a more all-encompassing experience of physical and mental restoration.
    — Jake Nevins, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
  • Given the artistry, the texture has intentional crumpling, something that differentiates it from the rest.
    — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026
Definition of differentiate
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  • Jennings said at the time that the city had discriminated against Sierra, the first Hispanic woman to hold that job in the city.
    — Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026
  • Audits have found that AI hiring tools are prone to discriminating against minorities and women.
    — Rafael Perez, Oc Register, 16 July 2026
Definition of discriminate
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  • The move quickly set off a firestorm, with immigration rights advocates accusing DOJ of trying to malign a dead man.
    — Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • Australia’s bold law set off a chain of responses around the world and across the industry.
    — Ravi Iyer, Time, 18 July 2026
Definition of set off
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  • The dots composing the words move up the screen while the rest of the pinpoints move downward, generating a visual opposition that the human mind can detect and discern.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 July 2026
  • Big Deal Investors are becoming more discerning about sustainable finance, focusing less on whether a bond carries a green or transition label and more on whether issuers can demonstrate a credible path to decarbonization.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 16 July 2026
Definition of discern
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“Contradistinguish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contradistinguish. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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