distinction
noun
the act of making or keeping distinct; differentiation between or among things
the condition of being different; difference
that which makes or keeps distinct; quality, mark, or feature that differentiates
the state of getting special recognition or honor; fame; eminence: a singer of distinction
the quality that makes one seem superior or worthy of special recognition: to serve with distinction
a mark or sign of special recognition or honor
Origin of distinction
Middle English distinccioun ; from Old French distinction ; from Classical Latin distinctio ; from past participle of distinguere: see distinguish