A difference or contrast between similar things or people
A quality or characteristic that distinguishes someone or something
भिन्नता
English Usage: The distinctions between the two species can be subtle.
Hindi Usage: दोनों प्रजातियों के बीच की भिन्नता सूक्ष्म हो सकती है।
An honor awarded to someone for achieving a certain level of excellence
सम्मान
English Usage: The award recognizes distinctions in the field of science.
Hindi Usage: यह पुरस्कार विज्ञान के क्षेत्र में सम्मान को मान्यता देता है।