distinction vs unknown

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. 

unknown

adj
  • Not known; unidentified; not well known. 

noun
  • A variable (usually x, y or z) whose value is to be found. 

  • A person of no identity; a nonentity 

  • Any thing, place, or situation about which nothing is known; an unknown fact or piece of information. 

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