Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
draw-make-a-distinction
Phrase
/drɔː meɪk ə dɪsˈtɪŋkʃən/
Definition
To differentiate or identify a specific aspect between two or more subjects.
Examples
- The teacher asked the students to draw a distinction between fact and opinion.
- In her presentation, she did well to draw a distinction between the two methods of analysis.
- To make an informed decision, it is important to draw a distinction between valid and invalid claims.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to indicate the act of clarifying differences in characteristics or qualities between items, concepts, or arguments.
Synonyms
- differentiate
- distinguish
- discern
- identify
