Distinctive

/dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/

Definitions

  1. (adj.) Serving to distinguish or set apart as unique or special.
    The distinctive design of the trademark made the product easily identifiable.

Forms

  • distinctively
  • distinctiveness

Commentary

Use 'distinctive' to emphasize features that legally differentiate a mark or element from others.

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