Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
know-the-difference
idiom
/noʊ ðə ˈdɪf.ər.əns/
Definition
To understand the distinct characteristics or qualities that set two or more things apart.
Examples
- It’s important to know the difference between fact and opinion.
- Before you buy a car, you should know the difference between various models.
- She always tells her students to know the difference between right and wrong.
Meaning
The phrase emphasizes the ability to recognize how two items or concepts vary from each other, often used in a context where clarity or discernment is important.
Synonyms
- distinguish
- recognize
- differentiate
