What does distinguished mean?
Distinguished means Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of achievements or rank; prestigious..
Distinguished
/dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃt/ · adjective
Meaning
Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of achievements or rank; prestigious..
Definitions by Sense
- Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of achievements or rank; prestigious.
- Having a dignified appearance or demeanor.
- (mathematics) Specified, noted.
- simple past and past participle of distinguish
Example Sentences
The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians.
Her father was a distinguished gentleman, albeit a poor one.
Let X be a topological space with a distinguished point p.
Synonyms for distinguished
Antonyms for distinguished
Related Words
Word Forms
- more distinguished
- most distinguished
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for distinguished?
Common synonyms include eminent, exceptional, remarkable, bait.
What is the opposite of distinguished?
Possible antonyms include despised, disrespected, mediocre.
How do you use distinguished in a sentence?
The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians.
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