differentiative
- noun
- /ˌdɪfərˈɛnʧiˌeɪtɪv/
:
factor diferenciador
- Language can be a powerful differentiative in identifying cultural groups.
Examples
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In the study, color was the main differentiative used to separate the categories.
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The presence of a unique protein acted as a differentiative between the two cell types.
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The differentiative characteristics of the species are fascinating.
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Can you identify the differentiative factors in this study?
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The unique markings on the butterfly served as a differentiative feature that helped scientists classify its species.
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In marketing, a product's differentiative qualities can significantly influence customer preferences.
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Understanding the differentiative aspects of various cultures can enhance cross-cultural communication.
Synonyms
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2.5
A part of something that helps you notice or describe it
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3.4
A feature that makes something different from others
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7.4
A quality that makes one thing different from another
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A quality that makes one product, person, or idea different
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A feature that makes someone or something different from others
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A clear quality that makes a person or thing different
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A value or formula that helps decide which group an item belongs to
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A quality that makes a person or thing stand out
A feature that shows how one species is different from others in the same group
Antonyms
How Distinctive
Surface Forms
Etymology
Differentiative comes from the same root as different and difference, which mean 'not the same' or 'put apart'. As a noun, a differentiative is a feature that 'sets something apart' and lets you tell one thing from another.