Distinct vs. Unique
Difference Between Distinct and Unique
Distinctadjective
Readily distinguishable from all others; discrete
on two distinct occasions.Uniqueadjective
Being the only one of its kind
the unique existing example of Donne's handwriting.Distinctadjective
Easily perceived by the senses
a distinct flavor.Uniqueadjective
Characteristic only of a particular category or entity
a weather pattern that is unique to coastal areas.Distinctadjective
Clearly defined; unquestionable
at a distinct disadvantage.Uniqueadjective
Remarkable; extraordinary
a unique opportunity to buy a house.Distinctadjective
Capable of being perceived very clearly.
Her voice was distinct despite the heavy traffic.Uniqueadjective
(uncomparable) Being the only one of its kind; unequaled, unparalleled or unmatched.
Every person has a unique life, therefore every person has a unique journey. ― Gary CookDistinctadjective
Different from one another (with the preferable adposition being "from").
Horses are distinct from zebras.Uniqueadjective
Of a feature, such that only one holder has it.
Distinctadjective
Noticeably different from others; distinctive.
Olga's voice is quite distinct because of her accent.Uniqueadjective
Particular, characteristic.
Distinctadjective
Separate in place; not conjunct or united; with from.
Uniqueadjective
(proscribed) Of a rare quality, unusual.
Distinctadjective
(obsolete) Distinguished; having the difference marked; separated by a visible sign; marked out; specified.
Uniquenoun
A thing without a like; something unequalled or unparallelled.
Distinctadjective
(obsolete) Marked; variegated.
Uniqueadjective
radically distinctive and without equal;
he is alone in the field of microbiologythis theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problemBach was unique in his handling of counterpointcraftsmen whose skill is unequaledunparalleled athletic abilitya breakdown of law unparalleled in our historyDistinctadjective
easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined;
a distinct flavora distinct odor of turpentinea distinct outlinethe ship appeared as a distinct silhouettedistinct fingerprintsUniqueadjective
(followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality;
a species unique to AustraliaDistinctadjective
(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality;
plants of several distinct typesthe word `nationalism' is used in at least two distinct sensesgold is distinct from irona tree related to but quite distinct from the European beechmanagement had interests quite distinct from those of their employeesUniqueadjective
the single one of its kind;
a singular examplethe unique existing example of Donne's handwritinga unique copy of an ancient manuscriptcertain types of problems have unique solutionsDistinctadjective
constituting a separate entity or part;
a government with three discrete divisionson two distinct occasionsUniqueadjective
highly unusual or rare but not the single instance;
spoke with a unique accenthad unique ability in raising fundsa frankness unique in literaturea unique dining experienceDistinctadjective
recognizable; marked;
noticed a distinct improvementat a distinct (or decided) disadvantageDistinctadjective
clearly or sharply defined to the mind;
clear-cut evidence of tamperingClaudius was the first to invade Britain with distinct...intentions of conquesttrenchant distinctions between right and wrong
