distinction

noun

1.
a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes
shedmaking differentiation
Derived from:
distinguish
2.
high status importance owing to marked superiority
elderdom eminence note preeminence
3.
a distinguishing difference between similar things or people
beshed shedspan
Derived from:
have the distinction
4.
an honor awarded to someone in recognition of achievement or superiority