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
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
the most prestigious social club in town
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Recent Examples of prestigious
Lured by upbeat industry buzz from the first edition and Spain’s sustained film-TV golden age, industry players and projects are almost twice as many this year to bid for a spot at the industry platform spearheaded by Madrid’s prestigious ECAM film school.
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Annika Pham, Variety, 3 June 2025
However, using this authority against a prestigious, bona fide university like Harvard – especially as retaliation for campus speech issues – would be unprecedented and legally dubious.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 3 June 2025
Its member schools are large and prestigious institutions with impressive endowments and state-of-the-art facilities.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 June 2025
The event, the state’s longest-running and most prestigious craft beer competition, highlights innovation and excellence in California’s brewing industry.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
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Annika Pham, Variety, 3 June 2025
However, using this authority against a prestigious, bona fide university like Harvard – especially as retaliation for campus speech issues – would be unprecedented and legally dubious.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 3 June 2025
Its member schools are large and prestigious institutions with impressive endowments and state-of-the-art facilities.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 3 June 2025
The event, the state’s longest-running and most prestigious craft beer competition, highlights innovation and excellence in California’s brewing industry.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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The Chicago Bar Association’s award for outstanding lawyer is named in her honor.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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The show has won two Emmys since: One in 2014 for outstanding interactive program and another in 2015 for outstanding creative achievement in interactive media.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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The Nasdaq Composite had a slightly better session, closing at a respectable 0.32%.—
Paolo Confino,
Fortune,
4 June 2025
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Even among more respectable children’s literature from its time, Peter was a thoughtful creation, his architects never hesitating to use his famous credo: With great power comes great responsibility.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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It’s been a long time since Florida’s university system was put to such disgrace as the Board of Governors did Tuesday in rejecting the distinguished scholar Santa Ono as the lone finalist for president of the University of Florida.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
5 June 2025
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Today, that distinguished tradition continues, with the distillery's current leadership or their cadre of seasoned master tasters personally vetting these casks.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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This is an amazing way to gain visibility with reputable personalities who are vouching for your brand.—
William Butrymowicz,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2025
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Even berries purchased from reputable organic farmers may have been sprayed with pesticide at some point.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Simón may not have a long, illustrious major league career ahead of him.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The Spaniard won a record 14 titles at the clay-court grand slam during his illustrious career and Roland Garros gave its legendary champion one last special goodbye on Sunday.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
26 May 2025
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In My Defense … A question often posed by my esteemed readers: Why are there so few dumps?—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
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The show is an exclusive opportunity for sourcing antique, vintage and estate jewelry and timepieces from esteemed dealers hailing from across the globe, right in line with modern jewelry retailers that now include vintage one-of-a-kind pieces into their sales mix.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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Carla Worden via IMDb; Murray Close—Getty Images British child actor Lox Pratt, who is also set to star in the BBC’s upcoming Lord of the Flies series adapted from William Golding’s famous novel, will portray Harry’s schoolmate and nemesis, Draco Malfoy.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
10 June 2025
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The Swiss watchmaker has returned as world sponsor and official timekeeper of the famous Italian endurance rally for another year, releasing two new timepieces to mark the occasion.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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While working at a renowned medical device and drug company, Don became part of early efforts involving angiostatin, a compound that briefly made headlines in the 1990s for its potential to inhibit blood vessels feeding tumors.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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Brian Newman, renowned trumpeter and bandleader for Lady Gaga's jazz projects, always wanted to be a musician.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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