DISTINCTIVE: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for DISTINCTIVE?

Need another word that means the same as “distinctive”? Find 12 synonyms and 30 related words for “distinctive” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Distinctive” are: classifiable, typical, distinguishing, characteristic, individual, particular, peculiar, idiosyncratic, unique, exclusive, special, especial

Distinctive as an Adjective

Definitions of "Distinctive" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “distinctive” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Characteristic of one person or thing, and so serving to distinguish it from others.
• Of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing- Curtis Wilkie.
• Capable of being classified.
• Of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing.

Synonyms of "Distinctive" as an adjective (12 Words)

characteristic	Typical of a particular person, place, or thing. Red and gold are the characteristic colors of autumn.
classifiable	Capable of being classified.
distinguishing	Characteristic of one thing or person, so serving to identify it; distinctive. A house with no distinguishing features.
especial	Surpassing what is common or usual or expected. These traditions are of especial interest to feminists.
exclusive	(of a commodity) not obtainable elsewhere. The problem isn t exclusive to Dublin.
idiosyncratic	Relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual. Michelangelo s highly idiosyncratic style of painting.
individual	Having a striking or unusual character; original. We all have individual cars.
particular	Separate and distinct from others of the same group or category. A particular description of the room.
peculiar	Particular; special. An expression peculiar to Canadians.
special	Used to denote education for children with particular needs especially those with learning difficulties. A special kind of paint.
typical	Of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing- Curtis Wilkie. How typical of Iris to think of such a detail.
unique	Belonging or connected to (one particular person, place, or thing. Spoke with a unique accent.

Usage Examples of "Distinctive" as an adjective

• Jerusalem has a distinctive Middle East flavor.
• Juniper berries give gin its distinctive flavour.

Associations of "Distinctive" (30 Words)

appropriateness	The quality of being specially suitable. Activities are selected for their appropriateness to the day s weather.
characteristic	The integer part positive or negative of the representation of a logarithm in the expression log 643 2 808 the characteristic is 2. Red and gold are the characteristic colors of autumn.
characteristically	In characteristic manner. His response was characteristically blunt.
characterize	Describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of. The disease is characterized by weakening of the immune system.
classifiable	Capable of being classified.
dispensation	An exemption from some rule or obligation. Regulations controlling dispensation of medications.
distinct	Readily distinguishable by the senses. At a distinct or decided disadvantage.
distinguish	Recognize or treat (someone or something) as different. Many distinguished themselves in the fight against Hitler.
especial	For or belonging chiefly to one person or thing. He paid especial attention to her.
feature	Have as a feature. One salient feature of the case has been overlooked.
featured	Made a feature or highlight; given prominence. A featured actor.
hallmark	Stamp with a hallmark. He was reprimanded for not hallmarking his work.
idiosyncrasy	An abnormal physical reaction by an individual to a food or drug. The idiosyncrasies of the prison system.
idiosyncratic	Relating to idiosyncrasy; peculiar or individual. She emerged as one of the great idiosyncratic talents of the nineties.
incongruity	The state of being incongruous; incompatibility. The incongruity of his fleshy face and skinny body disturbed her.
individualism	The quality of being individual. Encouragement has been given to individualism free enterprise and the pursuit of profit.
individuality	Individual characteristics. Anything but individuality anything but aloneness.
individuate	Give individual character to. Language that individuates his memories.
intrinsic	Situated within or belonging solely to the organ or body part on which it acts. Intrinsic muscles.
oddity	Eccentricity that is not easily explained. Realizing the oddity of the remark he retracted it.
particular	First and most important. A man who wishes to make a particular woman fall in love with him.
peculiarity	A distinguishing trait. The peculiarity of their upbringing.
salience	The quality of being particularly noticeable or important; prominence. The political salience of religion has a considerable impact.
singular	A singular word or form. No explanation accompanied this rather singular statement.
singularly	In a strange or eccentric way. Charlotte thought her very singularly dressed.
special	A special offering usually temporary and at a reduced price that is featured in advertising. A special reason to confide in her.
specialization	The adaptation of an organ or part to serve a special function or to suit a particular way of life. The division and specialization of labour.
specially	In a special manner. A specially arranged dinner.
uncommon	Marked by an uncommon quality especially superlative or extreme of its kind J R Lowell. An uncommon amount of noise.
unique	A unique person or thing. Had unique ability in raising funds.