adverb
indistintamente
indifferently
Definition & meaning
Indistintamente is an adverb meaning:
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Indifferently or interchangeably: without preference or distinction between alternatives.
- Puedes usar uno u otro indistintamente. — You can use either one interchangeably.
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Without distinction: applying equally to different people or things.
- El curso está abierto indistintamente a hombres y mujeres. — The course is open to men and women alike.
Grammar & Word origin
It is an adverb formed from the feminine form of indistinto (“indistinct” or “undifferentiated”) and the adverb-forming suffix -mente.
Synonyms & antonyms
- Synonyms: indiferentemente can also mean “without preference,” but may suggest a lack of interest. Igualmente means “equally” or “likewise,” emphasizing equality rather than interchangeability.
- Antonyms: distintamente means “distinctly” or “separately,” while específicamente means “specifically,” emphasizing a particular choice or case.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Puedes elegir indistintamente el libro que prefieras.adverb
You can choose any book you prefer indifferently.
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