What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
distinctionless
Example
The two paintings were so similar that they were distinctionless. [distinctionless: adjective]
Example
In this society, the distinction between the rich and the poor is becoming increasingly distinctionless. [distinctionless: noun]
indistinguishable
Example
The twins were so alike that they were indistinguishable from each other. [indistinguishable: adjective]
Example
The fake designer bag was almost indistinguishable from the real one. [indistinguishable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Indistinguishable is more commonly used than distinctionless in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between distinctionless and indistinguishable?
Both words are formal and can be used in academic or professional contexts.