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Aoymee2 Posted 12 years ago
Vocabulary

distinct vs distinctive

what is the difference between the two?

would it be correct to say:
The fabric has 'distinctive' loud rustling sounds.
or
The fabric has 'distinct' loud rustling sounds.

thank you.
  

Top answer

'Distinctive' = characteristic, unique 'Distinct' = clear, easily noticed

— Mister Micawber

  • 'Distinctive' = characteristic, unique 'Distinct' = clear, easily noticed
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'Distinctive' = characteristic, unique
'Distinct' = clear, easily noticed
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so either one is correct in this context?
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aoymee2so either one is correct in this context?
You do not have adequate context to determine which is meant.
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but using either 'distinctive or distinct' to describe the fabric's loud rustling sounds, is it grammatically correct?
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Yes, and 'disturbing' fits the grammar too, but that doesn't mean it is correct.
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