ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Distinguished

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪˈstɪŋ.ɡwɪʃt/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Distinguished is an adjective meaning Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of achievements or rank; prestigious.

Meaning

Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of achievements or rank; prestigious.

More Meanings

  1. Having a dignified appearance or demeanor.
  2. (mathematics) Specified, noted.
  3. simple past and past participle of distinguish

Example Sentences

Let X be a topological space with a distinguished point p.
Her father was a distinguished gentleman, albeit a poor one.
The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians.

Synonyms for distinguished

Depending on context, synonyms include eminent, exceptional, remarkable, bait, fabled, famed.

Antonyms for distinguished

Common opposites include despised, disrespected, mediocre.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include dignified, eminent, imposing, important, magisterial, great.

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