Distinction
Distinction noun - Exceptionally high quality.
Exception and distinction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Exception" instead a noun "Distinction".
Exception
Exception noun - A feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent.
Distinction and exception are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distinction" instead a noun "Exception".
Mutual synonyms
How words are described
| rare | rare distinction | rare exception |
| clear | clear distinction | clear exception |
| notable | notable distinction | notable exception |
| special | special distinction | special exception |
| Other adjectives: particular, common, true, obvious, strong, real, great, unfortunate, little, main, interesting, noticeable, important, key, unique, major, chief, minor, unusual, primary, odd, strange, curious. | ||
Both words in one sentence
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Most of the cartoon characters (referred to as "Doodles" in-universe) fall under this distinction, with the exception of Holli Wood and other more human characters.
Source: Toon - The Light Warriors in 8-Bit Theater (with the exception of Fighter) only possess the distinction of being protagonists due to showing up at the recruiting station at the right time.
Source: Nominal Hero -
The exception to the organs = villainy rule is if you're in a church, but the existence of the Corrupt Church and God Is Evil help to blur that distinction.
Source: Ominous Pipe Organ
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Exception and Distinction. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 22, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/distinction/exception
Distinction & Exception. N.p., 2016. Web. 22 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/distinction/exception>.
Exception or Distinction. 2016. Accessed July 22, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/distinction/exception.
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