distinguir

Definitions of distinguir
  1. verb
    become distinct and acquire a different character
    synonyms: diferenciar
  2. verb
    mark as different
    synonyms: diferenciar
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    contrastar
    put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
    disociar
    regard as unconnected
    aislar
    place or set apart
    segregar, separar
    separate by race or religion; practice a policy of racial segregation
    type of:
    identificar
    recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something
  3. verb
    be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense
    synonyms: destacar, diferenciar, distinguirse
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    caracterizar
    be characteristic of
    definir, determinar
    determine the nature of
    type of:
    calificar, caracterizar
    describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
  4. verb
    point out carefully and clearly
    synonyms: señalar
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    apuntar, demostrar, enseñar, mostrar, probar, señalar
    indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively
  5. verb
    detect with the senses
    synonyms: reconocer
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