Distinction

A marking off by visible signs; separation into parts; division.

The act of distinguishing or denoting the differences between objects, or the qualities by which one is known from others; exercise of discernment; discrimination.

That which distinguishes one thing from another; distinguishing quality; sharply defined difference; as, the distinction between real and apparent good.

Estimation of difference; regard to differences or distinguishing circumstance.

Conspicuous station; eminence; superiority; honorable estimation; as, a man of distinction.

a distinguishing difference between similar things or people; "he learned the distinction between gold and lead"

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes; "it is necessary to make a distinction between love and infatuation"

high status importance owing to marked superiority; "a scholar of great eminence"