1
as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
a nutritional study that has been published by a prestigious medical journal
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the most prestigious social club in town
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of prestigious
Without a doubt, 2025 will stake its claim in history to this prestigious list of watershed years.
—
Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2025
The bar menu is impressive, designed in partnership with Cartagena's El Barón, featured on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery list.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Educated at the prestigious British private school of Sherborne, the current king returned to Africa to take up the throne at the age of just eighteen.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
The cidery has consistently earned medals at prestigious competitions like GLINTCAP and the Cidercraft Awards.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 13 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for prestigious
Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2025
The bar menu is impressive, designed in partnership with Cartagena's El Barón, featured on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery list.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Educated at the prestigious British private school of Sherborne, the current king returned to Africa to take up the throne at the age of just eighteen.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 Aug. 2025
The cidery has consistently earned medals at prestigious competitions like GLINTCAP and the Cidercraft Awards.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 13 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for prestigious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
Adjective
-
In 2024, he was also arrested for DUI but failed to appear in court, leaving an outstanding warrant.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 Aug. 2025
-
Why do some 80-year-olds have exceptional memories and outstanding critical thinking skills?—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
The most expensive player added this offseason was offensive lineman James Daniels, who signed a respectable three-year deal that could be worth $24 million.—
Omar Kelly
August 27,
Miami Herald,
27 Aug. 2025
-
In the finals, SFC followed with a respectable showing in a 13-8 loss to Bishop’s.—
Glae Thien,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Brandon Barre Photography Born From a Bet: The Legendary Origin of The Vinoy The Vinoy first flung open its distinguished doors on New Year’s Eve in 1925, welcoming in a new era of luxury for the Gulf Coast.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
-
Murder Club is one of those productions that, like the Harry Potter films, gives employment to seemingly every distinguished British performer over the age of 40.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Demonstrate these with reputable certifications like SOC 2 to build trust.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
-
The same is true of any reputable business or government agency.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Although James showed no signs of slowing down last season, averaging 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds per game, the risks are understandable, as there are no guarantees how much longer his illustrious career will go.—
Gabe Smallson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
-
Across an illustrious six-decade career, The Who have announced several farewell tours dating back to 1982.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
His songwriting process involves infusing his own creative material with the work of esteemed Nashville songwriters including Jessi Alexander, Chase McGill and Randy Montana.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
-
To help decompress from his acting roles, Butler has turned to a pair of esteemed Hollywood friends.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Have the Taj Mahal all to yourself at sunrise As iconic and instantly recognizable as Rio’s Christ the Redeemer, the Taj Mahal sits as one of the most famous buildings on Earth.—
Duncan Madden,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
-
Their most famous slice is the SoHo Square/Spicy Spring, topped with pepperoni cups, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano and diavolo sauce.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Over the years, the Hammacher Schlemmer catalog became renowned for gadgets, gizmos and innovative products.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
-
The northern Piemonte region is renowned for its rolling hills and wines made from Nebbiolo grapes, with the highest expression of this grape known as Barolo.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
28 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share