distinction vs indifference

distinction

noun
  • That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination. 

  • The act of distinguishing, discriminating; discrimination. 

  • Specifically, a feature that causes someone or something to stand out as being better; a mark of honour, rank, eminence or excellence; being distinguished. 

indifference

noun
  • Unconcerned nonchalance. 

  • The state of being indifferent. 

  • Unbiased impartiality. 

  • Unemotional apathy. 

  • Self-identity defined through the negation of difference, non-difference. 

  • A lack of enthusiasm. 

How often have the words distinction and indifference occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )