distinto
Distinto is a Spanish adjective meaning different or distinct, used to indicate that something differs from another thing or from a set standard. It agrees in gender and number: distinto, distinta; distintos, distintas. The standard preposition for comparison is de, as in distino de, although in some dialects a or a similar preposition may appear in limited contexts. Distinto emphasizes a specific difference or characteristic that sets items apart, rather than a broad or qualitative mismatch.
Etymology and use: Distinto comes from Latin distinctus, the past participle of distinguere, via the evolution
Usage notes: In formal writing, distingo de is commonly used to mark a clear comparison. The word
Synonyms and antonyms: Synonyms include diferente, desigual, propio in appropriate contexts; antonyms include idéntico, igual, semejante.
- Este cuadro es distinto del que vimos ayer.
- Las opiniones de los expertos son distintas entre sí.
- Es un enfoque distinto al habitual.
Distinto is rarely used as a proper noun or title; capitalized only at the start of a