Showing results for be distinguished from. Search instead for distinguish+from.

be distinguished from

VERB

differ

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alter conflict with contradict contrast disagree diverge modify vary

STRONG

digress diversify qualify reverse turn

WEAK

be off the beaten path be unlike bear no resemblance clash with depart from deviate from divaricate from jar with lack resemblance not conform not look like run counter to show contrast sing a different tune stand apart take exception

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accept agree coincide concur remain

WEAK

be same conform consent harmonize

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But the majority explained “the noun ‘election’ must be distinguished from the noun phrase ‘election day’.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Kurosawa insisted on mixing black calligraphy ink with the water in the rain machines, to ensure that the deluge could be distinguished from the cloudy sky behind it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

On the other hand, gene expression in the mantis brains did not change, and in fact could not be distinguished from that found in uninfected mantises.

From Science Daily • Oct. 19, 2023

"Protests have always happened in Iran. The protesters are heard. However, protests must be distinguished from rioting," he said.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2022

To the colonists, Massasoit could be distinguished from his subjects more by manner than by dress or ornament.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

be distinguished from

Example Sentences

Related Words