The difference between Distinct and Prominent

When used as adjectives, distinct means capable of being perceived very clearly, whereas prominent means standing out, or projecting.

check bellow for the other definitions of Distinct and Prominent

Distinct as an adjective:

Capable of being perceived very clearly.

Examples:

"Her voice was distinct despite the heavy traffic."
Distinct as an adjective:

Different from one another (with the preferable adposition being "from").

Examples:

"Horses are distinct from zebras."
Distinct as an adjective:

Noticeably different from others; distinctive.

Examples:

"Olga's voice is quite distinct because of her accent."
Distinct as an adjective:

Separate in place; not conjunct or united; with from.
Distinct as an adjective (obsolete):

Distinguished; having the difference marked; separated by a visible sign; marked out; specified.
Distinct as an adjective (obsolete):

Marked; variegated.

Prominent as an adjective:

Standing out, or projecting; jutting; protuberant.
Prominent as an adjective:

Likely to attract attention from its size or position; conspicuous.
Prominent as an adjective:

Eminent; distinguished above others.