distinguished

adjective

dis·tin·guished di-ˈstiŋ-(g)wisht

Synonyms of distinguished next

: marked by eminence, distinction (see distinction sense 4), or excellence

distinguished leadership

our distinguished guest

: befitting an eminent person

a distinguished setting

Choose the Right Synonym for distinguished

famous, renowned, celebrated, noted, notorious, distinguished, eminent, illustrious mean known far and wide.

famous implies little more than the fact of being, sometimes briefly, widely and popularly known.

a famous actress

renowned implies more glory and acclamation.

one of the most renowned figures in sports history

celebrated implies notice and attention especially in print.

the most celebrated beauty of her day

noted suggests well-deserved public attention.

the noted mystery writer

notorious frequently adds to famous an implication of questionableness or evil.

a notorious gangster

distinguished implies acknowledged excellence or superiority.

a distinguished scientist who won the Nobel Prize

eminent implies even greater prominence for outstanding quality or character.

the country's most eminent writers

illustrious stresses enduring honor and glory attached to a deed or person.

illustrious war heroes

Examples of distinguished in a Sentence

She is distinguished for her achievements in genetic research. heads turned as the well-dressed, distinguished couple strode through the hotel lobby

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The Lotus Shoes, by Jane Yang In 18th-century China, an embroidery artist is sold into slavery to the distinguished Fong family. —

Staff, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Jan. 2025 The coastal maturation imparts subtle maritime and savory influences, adding to the unique character of these distinguished whiskies. —

Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025 Another distinguished participant was President Carter’s pastor, Tony Lowden. —

Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2025 Collaboration and open-mindedness are indeed proven traits for successful careers, according to Heidi K. Gardner, a leadership expert and distinguished fellow at Harvard Law School. —

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