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distinctively

UK/dɪ'stɪŋktɪvli/US/dɪ'stɪŋktɪvlɪ/
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Definitions

adv.

In a way that is characteristic and easily recognizable.

独特地,有特色地

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
distinctivenot, apart, away
+
-lystand, set, place
=distinctively

distinctive (characteristic) + -ly (adverb) = in a characteristic, recognizable way.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The dish is distinctively spicy compared to others on the menu.

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