Trademark difference-maker Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "Trademark difference-maker" is DISTINCTIVENESS.

Distinctiveness is a key factor in determining whether a trademark is protectable. A trademark must be distinctive enough to identify the goods or services of one party from those of another.

There are three levels of distinctiveness:

Generic: A generic mark is the common name for a product or service. For example, the mark "coffee" is generic for coffee.

Descriptive: A descriptive mark describes the product or service it is used for. For example, the mark "delicious coffee" is descriptive for coffee.

Distinctive: A distinctive mark is one that is not generic or descriptive. It is a mark that is unique and memorable. For example, the mark "Nike" is distinctive for athletic shoes.

A trademark that is more distinctive is more likely to be protectable. This is because a more distinctive mark is less likely to be confused with other marks.

Here are some other words that can be used in a crossword puzzle clue for "Trademark difference-maker":

Uniqueness

Memorable

Standout

Unmistakable

Original

Creative

Inventive

Catchy

Eye-catching

Attention-grabbing

I hope this helps!