Distincter

/dɪˈstɪŋktər/ adjective

Definition

Comparative form of distinct; more clearly different, separate, or recognizable than something else.

Etymology

From distinct (Latin distinctus, from distinguere 'to separate') + -er comparative suffix. Forms the middle degree between distinct and distinctest.

Kelly Says

While 'distincter' is grammatically correct, most native speakers say 'more distinct' instead—this shows how English is gradually losing some old comparative forms!

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