distinctiveness

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstɪŋktɪvnəs/

Definition

The quality of being easy to recognize because of features that are different from others.

Examples

• The distinctiveness of the local dialect makes it easy to identify where the speaker grew up.

• Brand managers work hard to ensure the distinctiveness of their product in a competitive market.

• He valued the distinctiveness of his garden, which featured rare plants not found anywhere else in the neighborhood.

Synonyms of distinctiveness

Words with a similar meaning to distinctiveness:

• difference
• uniqueness
• individuality
• originality

Antonyms of distinctiveness

Words with the opposite meaning to distinctiveness:

• sameness
• similarity

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