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Definition

To perceive things as different, or to perceive their difference itself; to differentiate, distinguish, discriminate.

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In Context

  • "They are identical twins, and if they dress the same, everybody has trouble telling them apart."
  • "Can you tell me (apart) from my twin brother?"
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Also Said As

  • decern
  • discern
  • differentiate
  • differentialize
  • discriminate
  • distinguish
  • set apart
  • tell
  • tell apart
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Opposite In Meaning

  • confuse
  • mix up
  • muddle up
  • overlook
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See Also

  • differ
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