What part of speech is distinctive?

"Distinctive" can be a few different parts of speech, depending on how it's used in a sentence:

* Adjective: This is the most common usage. It describes a noun, meaning "having a quality that makes something different from others."

* Example: "The band's distinctive sound set them apart from other groups."

* Noun: It can also be a noun, referring to a characteristic that sets something apart.

* Example: "The distinctive of the new product was its sleek design."

* Verb: Though less common, "distinctive" can be used as a verb meaning "to make distinct or different."

* Example: "The artist distinctive his work from others by using bold colors."

So, the part of speech depends on its role in the sentence!