Distinction Crossword Clue

While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Distinction crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on June 13 2025 LA Times Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Distinction has a total of 8 letters.

RankAnswerCluePublisher
99%CONTRASTDistinctionLA Times
20%NUANCEFine distinctionWall Street Journal
20%SUMMA___ cum laude (highest academic distinction)Wall Street Journal
20%MAGNA___ cum laude (with great distinction)Universal
20%GLORYGreat distinctionNewsday
20%HONORSDedications of distinctionNewsday

Definition

To stand in opposition; to exhibit difference, unlikeness, or opposition of qualities.
To set in opposition, or over against, in order to show the differences between, or the comparative excellences and defects of; to compare by difference or contrariety of qualities; as, to contrast the present with the past.
To give greater effect to, as to a figure or other object, by putting it in some relation of opposition to another figure or object.
The act of contrasting, or the state of being contrasted; comparison by contrariety of qualities.
Opposition or dissimilitude of things or qualities; unlikeness, esp. as shown by juxtaposition or comparison.
The opposition of varied forms, colors, etc., which by such juxtaposition more vividly express each other's peculiarities.

Recent Usage in Crossword Puzzles:

  • LA Times: Jun 13, 2025
  • Newsday: May 13, 2023
  • New York Times: Feb 7, 2023

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