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distinguished definition

dis·tin·guished (-gwis̸ht)

adjective

  1. celebrated; eminent
  2. having an air of distinction

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distinguished

modif.

  1. Made recognizable

    characterized, labeled, marked, stamped, denoted, signed, signified, identified, made certain, obvious, set apart, singled out, branded, earmarked, separate, unique, differentiated, noted, observed, distinct, conspicuous, having distinguishing or unusual characteristics.

    Antonyms typical*, unidentified*, indistinct. *

  2. Notable for excellence

    eminent, illustrious, venerable, renowned, honored, memorable, celebrated, famous, well-known, noted, notable, noteworthy, highly regarded, esteemed, prominent, reputable, respected, remarkable, distingué, peerless, superior, outstanding, exceptional, aristocratic, genteel, noble, brilliant, glorious, extraordinary, singular, great, imposing, special, striking, unforgettable, arresting, shining, salient, foremost, nonpareil, dignified, august, royal, stately, signal, radiant, transcendent, famed, talked of, legendary, first-rate, nonesuch, big-name*, world-class*, standout*, ace*; see also dignified, famous, important 2, noble 3.

    Antonyms obscure*, insignificant*, unimportant. See syn. study at famous.famous.


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distinguished Usage Examples

Preposition: from

  • proprietor: However, the business of a sole trader is not distinguished from the proprietor 's personal affairs.

Preposition: in

  • humanity: The modern University is equally distinguished in the humanities, education, social sciences and law.

Modifies a noun

  • scholar: Visits by distinguished Scholars are also supported by these funds.

Modifying Another Word

  • internationally: Four out of five units of assessment were rated internationally distinguished, with two rated internationally outstanding.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: It was then, too, that Moslems became distinguished by the obscenity of their language.
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distinguished quotes

   I think there is a blossom about me of something more distinguished than the generality of mankind.

-Boswell,James

Always to be best, and to be distinguished above the rest.

-Homer   8c

You are honored by your friends†distinguished by your enemies. I have been very distinguished.

-Hoover,J(ohn) Edgar

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