distinctive
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distinctive(
dihs
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dihngk
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dihv
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (unique)
a. distintivo
We were able to identify the species from its distinctive ear markings.Pudimos identificar la especie por las marcas distintivas de sus orejas.
b. característico
We easily identified the quetzal from its distinctive plumage and long tail.Identificamos fácilmente el quetzal por su plumaje característico y cola larga.
c. personal
I wondered where she got that distinctive gesture, until I met her mother and saw the same gesture.Me preguntaba de dónde había sacado ese gesto personal hasta que conocí a su mamá y vi el mismo gesto.
d. inconfundible
I heard Jessica's distinctive laugh coming from inside as I arrived, and knew it was going to be a good party.Oí la risa inconfundible de Jessica procedente del interior al llegar y supe que iba a ser una buena fiesta.
e. particular
The hotel was built in a former convent, with thick stone walls and distinctive decor.El hotel fue construido en un antiguo convento con gruesas paredes de cantera y una decoración particular.
f. peculiar
The women in the retirement community developed their own distinctive style of dressing.Las mujeres de la comunidad de jubilados desarrollaron un estilo peculiar de vestir.
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