distinctly

American  

[dih-stingkt-lee] / dɪˈstɪŋkt li /

adverb

1. in a distinct manner; clearly.

   Speak more distinctly.

2. without doubt; unmistakably.

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Related Words

See clearly.

Etymology

Origin of distinctly

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English. See distinct, -ly

Example Sentences

“Although at least two of the teachers seemed distinctly uncomfortable—one by acting defensive and rude, and the other by appearing nervous—every teacher answered, ‘No.’”

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s a distinctly American sadness here, rooted in the culture of appearances and restraint.

From The Wall Street Journal

Besides, my mother had already established distinctly different cultural tastes due to exposure to other nations long before the war ended.

From Salon

These results challenge the long held idea that the earliest stars would produce explosions that were distinctly brighter or bluer than those seen today.

From Science Daily

The groundwork was laid for young creatives to forge a bold, distinctly Zambian musical identity.

From BBC

Related Words

• plainly
• precisely
• sharply
• unmistakably