distinguish

• 用于表示识别或指出两个或多个事物之间差异的动作，或表示将某物突出为不同。

A verb used to indicate the act of recognizing or pointing out the difference between two or more things, or to make something stand out as different.

1. Recognize differencesB1formal

   To recognize or point out the difference between two or more things.

   区分

   • It is important to distinguish between facts and opinions.
   • She can distinguish the different bird species by their songs.
   • The twins are so alike that it is hard to distinguish them.

   同义词differentiatediscerndiscriminateseparatetell apart

   反义词conflateconfusemistakemix

2. Make something stand outB2formal

   To be a characteristic that makes someone or something different or special.

   使突出

   • His unique style distinguishes him from other artists.
   • The quality of the materials distinguishes this product from cheaper alternatives.
   • Her dedication to her work distinguishes her as a leader.

   同义词characterizedifferentiatediscriminatemarkseparateset apartsingle out

3. Perceive clearlyB2formal

   To see, hear, or understand something clearly.

   辨别

   • Through the fog, he could barely distinguish the outline of a house.
   • She could distinguish the sound of her mother's voice in the crowd.
   • It was too dark to distinguish the details of the painting.

   同义词detectdiscernidentifymake outperceiverecognize

   反义词confusemissoverlook