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distinctions

UK //dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz//US //dɪˈstɪŋkʃənz//

词源

源自拉丁语 'distinctio',意为'分离、区分',通过古法语 'distinction' 进入英语。

noun

❶ 指事物之间明显的不同或差异,强调可以清晰辨认的区别特征。常用于比较相似事物时指出关键差异点。

“The distinctions between the two theories are subtle but important.”

(这两种理论之间的区别很微妙但很重要。)

“She made clear distinctions between right and wrong.”

(她对是非对错有着清晰的区分。)

❶ 指因卓越成就而获得的荣誉或特殊认可,常表现为奖项、头衔等。

“He graduated with highest distinctions in mathematics.”

(他以数学最高荣誉毕业。)

“The scientist received numerous distinctions for her research.”

(这位科学家因其研究获得了众多荣誉。)

同义词:differences, contrasts, honors, awards, accolades

常见短语

make distinctions — 指在不同事物或概念之间做出区分或辨别,强调识别差异的能力。

“Good teachers know how to make distinctions between different learning styles.”

(优秀的教师懂得如何区分不同的学习方式。)

without distinction — 表示不加区分地对待所有人或事物,强调一视同仁的态度。

“The charity helps people in need without distinction of race or religion.”

(这个慈善机构帮助有需要的人,不分种族或宗教。)