Distinguishable (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Capable of being perceived as different or distinct; "only the shine of their metal was distinguishable in the gloom"; "a project distinguishable into four stages of progress"; "distinguishable differences between the twins".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The faint outlines of the old castle walls were barely distinguishable in the fading light of day.
- The two species of birds were distinguishable by the distinctive songs they sang.
- The different flavors of ice cream were distinguishable by the unique colors and textures.
- The twins were not distinguishable from each other at first glance, but their personalities were vastly different.
- The two voices on the phone were distinguishable even though they were speaking in hushed tones.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality; "plants of several distinct types"; "the word `nationalism' is used in at least two distinct senses"; "gold is distinct from iron"; "a tree related to but quite distinct from the European beech"; "management had interests quite distinct from those of their employees".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The two artists' styles are distinguishable from one another despite their shared inspiration.
- The unique songwriting style of the band made their music distinguishable from other popular artists of the time.
- While the twins looked similar, their distinct personalities made them distinguishable from one another.
- Experts stated that the ancient text was distinguishable from other historical documents due to its unusual script.
- The actor's talent for accents made each of her characters' voices distinguishable from the others.