distinctive

adjective

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: dis-tinc-tive (3)

English Definition

Characteristic of one person or thing, and so serving to distinguish it from others.

Example Sentence

The zebra is known for its distinctive black and white stripes.

US IPA /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/
UK IPA /dɪˈstɪŋktɪv/