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The definition of distinguished is an important, dignified, classy person.

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An example of a distinguished man is the character "Big" from Sex and the City or a movie actor like Cary Grant.

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See distinguished in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

celebrated; eminent
having an air of distinction

See distinguished in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Characterized by excellence or distinction; eminent.
Dignified in conduct or appearance.

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