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
There, the committee’s 21 members will take a final vote to decide whether the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge belongs on the prestigious list.
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Drew Kann, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The building was designed by Zaha Hadid, the first woman to win the Pritzker Prize, the most prestigious award in architecture.
—Sarah Moreno
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Page appeared in many classical and modern plays while studying at the prestigious Drama Centre London.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
Reportedly, this development was prestigious enough to earn the Outstanding Student Paper Presentation Award at the 39th International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
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Drew Kann, AJC.com, 11 Feb. 2026
The building was designed by Zaha Hadid, the first woman to win the Pritzker Prize, the most prestigious award in architecture.
—Sarah Moreno
february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Page appeared in many classical and modern plays while studying at the prestigious Drama Centre London.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
Reportedly, this development was prestigious enough to earn the Outstanding Student Paper Presentation Award at the 39th International Conference on Micro Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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In an exclusive guest column for Deadline, the respected industry vet gives his take on the current entertainment market.—
Martin Moszkowicz,
Deadline,
14 Feb. 2026
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As stated, this proposal was presented by the mediators, who are some of the most respected and experienced neutral negotiators, after months of bargaining.—
John Dias,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Crosby, in his 21st NHL season, is having a typically outstanding campaign.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The driver was apprehended and has prior convictions for being an armed felon and an outstanding warrant, according to the department.—
Camryn Dadey,
Sacbee.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Rice finished with a respectable 104 wRC+ and seven home runs in 106 at-bats against lefties in 2025.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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Cargo space is respectable for the class, and the hatch configuration is easier to live with day-to-day than a trunk-only sedan.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
7 Feb. 2026
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Folks rolled into the Mercury Theater, then under the management of Michael Cullen, who conveniently owned the Irish pub next door, replete with a distinguished meatloaf.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mike McCarthy, Pittsburgh Steelers (13 points) The Steelers summoned the 62-year-old Pittsburgh native after his one-year sabbatical, and McCarthy will continue his distinguished coaching tour after leading the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys earlier in his career.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Costs vary based on the complexity of the case, but most reputable firms offer consultations and flexible payment plans.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
February 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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There are also structural protections built into how reputable online dealers operate.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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Some of his rivals have noted that former felons without such an illustrious name often struggle for employment, which is a fair point.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Chinese-American athlete earns $23 million per year, but only a fraction of it comes from her illustrious skiing career.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
7 Feb. 2026
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Entertainment Weekly can exclusively announce Dancing With the Stars Con 2026, the first edition of a new convention uniting past winners, fan-favorite alums, scads of pro partners, and even two members of the esteemed judging panel for a weekend of DWTS-centric events and activities.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Feb. 2026
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After the Seattle Seahawks clinched the win, NBC Sport's Maria Taylor presented the esteemed NFL trophy to former high school classmate Mike Macdonald, the head coach of the Seattle Seahawks, who led the team to their second Super Bowl title in franchise history.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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Rich, famous and powerful people have been named and shamed.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
5 Feb. 2026
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Being incredibly famous in the heart of Silicon Valley adds a complicated dynamic to being a parent.—
Jacqueline Munis,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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