1
as in audible
able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind
an evening star easily distinguishable by the naked eye
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as in different
being not of the same kind
snowflakes are distinguishable from each other under a microscope
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Recent Examples of distinguishable
Even the skin around the bean had a distinguishable bite, clinging to each chickpea rather than turning slippery or wispy.
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Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
Whether a vibrating insert can deliver clear, distinguishable signals without blending into the background – or worse, become a distraction in itself – remains an open question.
—New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
In a closet hang several puffer jackets, including one with the instantly distinguishable Canada Goose patch.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 23 Dec. 2025
Rhoades appearing in court via Zoom from a holding room, was barely distinguishable in prison blues seated against a far wall.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
In 2014, Jay-Z acquired Armand de Brignac, the luxury champagne brand famously known as Ace of Spades due to its distinguishable logo.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
The most distinguishable part of the boot is the waterproof rubber tread.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
The structure of Pittsburgh’s tax, which involves applying a different rate to nonresidents, is distinguishable from many other such taxes, which typically apply the same rate to visiting players.
—Robert Raiola, Sportico.com, 27 Sep. 2025
The 300-second exposure shows the wandering solar system body as a minute dot, barely distinguishable among the stellar giants populating the distant starfield beyond.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Jan. 2026
Whether a vibrating insert can deliver clear, distinguishable signals without blending into the background – or worse, become a distraction in itself – remains an open question.
—New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026
In a closet hang several puffer jackets, including one with the instantly distinguishable Canada Goose patch.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 23 Dec. 2025
Rhoades appearing in court via Zoom from a holding room, was barely distinguishable in prison blues seated against a far wall.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 20 Dec. 2025
In 2014, Jay-Z acquired Armand de Brignac, the luxury champagne brand famously known as Ace of Spades due to its distinguishable logo.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
The most distinguishable part of the boot is the waterproof rubber tread.
—Liz Provencher, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025
The structure of Pittsburgh’s tax, which involves applying a different rate to nonresidents, is distinguishable from many other such taxes, which typically apply the same rate to visiting players.
—Robert Raiola, Sportico.com, 27 Sep. 2025
The 300-second exposure shows the wandering solar system body as a minute dot, barely distinguishable among the stellar giants populating the distant starfield beyond.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for distinguishable
Adjective
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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De Niro said, met by audible gasps.—
Ryan Mancini,
The Hill,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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And to get to play these characters that are layered and complex and multidimensional is really fun — anything where there's a public and a private life, and a secret, and different elements at play, and having to keep different balls in the air is really fulfilling and fun.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Nov. 2025
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Each box of pods follows the same format as their whole bean deliveries, single origin from a range of different coffee-producing countries and ready to drop right into a Keurig machine.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Cummings notes that there is a discernible shift nationally of younger adults leaving large metro areas for smaller- to medium-sized metro areas that are more affordable.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
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Going back to the 1950s, there is no discernible trend, with the first day finishing positive about 48% of the time, according to Bespoke Investment Group.—
Sean Conlon,Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
2 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But none of these enticements can conceal the absence of scripts and direction that set a distinctive mood, then deftly navigate every deliberate shift.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
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Faithfull’s signature, distinctive, melodic, high-register vocals had defined her career, but her voice was permanently altered by severe laryngitis and her persistent drug abuse.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Similarly, the depth of the pile doesn’t rebound if furniture is moved, which can be noticeable for a period of time.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
6 Nov. 2025
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Just as Mamdani aims to improve the lives of young people more broadly, those working under him could see a noticeable shift in how the workplace is run.—
Jessica Coacci,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Kiley represents the state’s 3rd Congressional District, a conservative-leaning area that is also the most geographically diverse in the state.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Nov. 2025
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And whether your brand resonates with their very diverse customer base.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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It is estimated that there are 500,000 detectable earthquakes in the world each year.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The last detectable earthquake in Connecticut was recorded on May 19, 2025, near Essex Village, according to USGS.—
Bailey Allen,
The Providence Journal,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Formed by rolling up sheets of atoms, these hollow tubes exhibit unique behaviors distinct from bulk materials due to their nanoscale dimensions.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
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Her bubbly, non-threatening stage persona, paired with her cutting jokes and roasts, feels distinct in her body of work.—
Rima Parikh,
Vulture,
9 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Distinguishable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distinguishable. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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