The definition of illustrious is someone well-known and respected for skill in a particular field.
(adjective)An author who receives widespread critical acclaim is an example of an illustrious author.
See illustrious in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
Origin: < L illustris, clear, conspicuous, distinguished (back-form. < illustrare: see illustrate) + -ous
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See illustrious in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
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Origin: From Latin illūstris
Origin: , from illūstrāre, to give glory to, shine upon; see illustrate
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