noun That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.
noun The act of distinguishing, discriminating; discrimination.
There is a distinction to be made between resting and slacking.
noun A feature that causes someone or something to stand out from others of its type.
She had the distinction of meeting the Queen.
noun A feature that causes someone or something to stand out as being better; a mark of honour, rank, eminence or excellence; the quality of being distinguished.