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Distinctive Quotes

What makes someone unmistakably themselves.

These quotes celebrate the traits that set people apart, a memorable look, an unmistakable voice, or a personality that simply can't be copied. See our Character quotes collection.

I love the theater community and theater life, and would love to figure out the distinctive differences between Broadway and the West End.

Quotes by Chiwetel Ejiofor

We read and remember certain writers because they offer distinctive voices and perspectives, because they've given themselves over completely and passionately to their obsessions while vigorously ignoring everything else.

Quotes by Chang-Rae Lee

We are extremely proud of our 'ABC funny' brand. We think that we have a very distinctive brand of family comedies.

Quotes by Channing Dungey

Every baseball crowd, like every theatre audience, has its own distinctive attitude and atmosphere.

Quotes by Bill Veeck

Every man and woman is born into the world to do something unique and something distinctive and if he or she does not do it, it will never be done.

Quotes by Benjamin E. Mays

We do not merely perceive objects and hold thoughts in our minds: all our perceptions and thought processes are felt. All have a distinctive component that announces an unequivocal link between images and the existence of life in our organism.

Quotes by Antonio Damasio

It's an interesting and demanding art to do voices. I have been told so many times that I have a distinctive voice, but of course, I don't hear my own voice as others do, so I don't know.

Quotes by Annie Potts

I work at the sentences. Many of the things people find distinctive about my writing, I think of as natural.

Quotes by Anne Enright

Of all the wastes of human ignorance perhaps the most extravagant and costly to human growth has been the waste of the distinctive powers of womanhood after the child-bearing age.

Quotes by Anna Garlin Spencer

My character Preet in 'Fanaah' had a very distinctive appearance: loud make-up and dramatic clothes.

Quotes by Anita Hassanandani Reddy

One of the most distinctive evolutionary features of human beings is our unusually long, protected childhood.

Quotes by Alison Gopnik

If the egotist is weak, his egotism is worthless. If the egotist is strong, acute, full of distinctive character, his egotism is precious, and remains a possession of the race.

Quotes by Alexander Smith

It's funny because I think that both France and Britain are known for their distinctive styles, and everyone says that France is so chic and elegant but I think, more than that, French women are renowned for dressing in what...

Quotes by Alexa Chung

The one thing that is distinctive about America historically has been the fact that we are all able to engage in public discourse without the political becoming personal.

Quotes by Ajit Pai

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these distinctive quotes highlight?
They highlight the specific traits, looks, or personalities that make someone instantly recognizable.
Is there a quote about a natural landmark?
Yes, one describes a river with such a strong, distinct character that it feels almost like a living presence.
Do any quotes mention personal appearance?
One discusses being remembered in public largely because of a distinctive look, including a signature pair of glasses.
Is there anything about creative work or copyright?
Yes, one wryly notes how originality in art is sometimes exaggerated to justify legal protection under copyright law.
What's the takeaway from this collection?
That being distinctive, in appearance or character, tends to leave a lasting impression people don't forget; see more in our Character quotes collection.

If individuality is your theme, our Age quotes and Feel quotes pages continue exploring what makes us unique.