Definition

Able to be recognized as different or unique from something else.

Example

The two colors are distinguishable from each other in bright light.

Conversation

I can never tell the difference between those two brands of cereal.

Really? I find them quite distinguishable once you taste them.

That’s interesting! Maybe I should do a taste test to figure it out.

You should! It’ll help you see which one you like better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Distinguishable → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "stinguere" (meaning to separate or distinguish) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "distinguishable" means capable of being separated or recognized as different.

Memory Tip

Think of being able to 'separate' ('stinguere') things that are 'apart' ('dis-') — that's why distinguishable means you can tell them apart.

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