Noun
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.
Source: Webster's dictionaryThey envy the distinction I have won; let them therefore, envy my toils, my honesty, and the methods by which I gained it. Sallust
A woman who deliberately destroys a fetus is answerable for murder. And any fine distinction as to its being completely formed or unformed is not admissible amongst us. Basil of Caesarea
The distinction between the past, present and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion. Albert Einstein
The primary distinction of the artist is that he must actively cultivate that state which most men, necessarily, must avoid: the state of being alone. James Baldwin
There is no distinction among the common baskets made of palm branches. Ghana Proverb
Through dangers to distinction. Latin Proverb