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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2
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
The impression on public consciousness stuck, and today, for reasons far beyond Hollywood (Formula 1, primarily) Ferrari has become—indisputably—the most prestigious automotive brand in history.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2025
Hudson plays a woman who takes the reins of the prestigious Los Angeles Waves basketball team that her family owns and becomes determined to prove a lifetime of doubt wrong.
—Photo: Courtesy Of Hbo., refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
One of the most important French novels of recent years, Nicolas Mathieu’s 2018 winner of the prestigious French literary award Prix Goncourt comes to epic life in this adaptation from twin writer-directors Ludovic and Zoran Boukherma.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
The celebration will reunite top-tier fashion industry leaders, celebrities, prestigious international jury members, international press, influencers and creatives to honor Latin American talent revolutionizing the global fashion industry.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2025
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2025
Hudson plays a woman who takes the reins of the prestigious Los Angeles Waves basketball team that her family owns and becomes determined to prove a lifetime of doubt wrong.
—Photo: Courtesy Of Hbo., refinery29.com, 31 Jan. 2025
One of the most important French novels of recent years, Nicolas Mathieu’s 2018 winner of the prestigious French literary award Prix Goncourt comes to epic life in this adaptation from twin writer-directors Ludovic and Zoran Boukherma.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
The celebration will reunite top-tier fashion industry leaders, celebrities, prestigious international jury members, international press, influencers and creatives to honor Latin American talent revolutionizing the global fashion industry.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement efforts extended to Guam on Friday, seeing immigrants with outstanding criminal warrants detained.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
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There were no injuries, and there are no outstanding suspects, authorities said.—
Caelyn Pender,
The Mercury News,
3 Feb. 2025
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One serving is approximately 31 crackers, a respectable amount, and there are about five servings total.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2025
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Hill ran a respectable 6.70 seconds—his first track appearance in nearly a decade.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
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Award-winning investigative reporter Chuck Goudie, who left WLS-Ch. 7 in December after a distinguished, more than 44-year career at ABC 7, has a new broadcast home, just a short distance away on the dial.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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Known for his impressive accomplishments in NASCAR, Jimmie Johnson has carved a distinguished career path inside the oval tracks.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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While no service can guarantee complete data removal, a reputable data removal service can significantly limit your exposure.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
29 Jan. 2025
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They may often be disguised as formal IRS forms or reputable tax and accounting advisory companies attempting to collect personal and financial information.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
28 Jan. 2025
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Busta’s new year has gotten off to a great start, as the 52-year-old has continued to receive his flowers in a show of respect for his cultural contributions and illustrious career.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
4 Feb. 2025
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An illustrious modeling career means Elsesser is often jet-setting the globe, and as a result, her time at home has become her vacation time.—
Claudia Williams,
Architectural Digest,
4 Feb. 2025
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And those gaffes are pointed out in front of the whole team, even if they are committed by esteemed leaders.—
Mike Jones,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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On Kimberly Taking the Risks to Protest Kimberly is on track to realize her dream of becoming a Supreme Court Justice, especially with her special spot in a seminar for older students with an esteemed guest professor played by Tig Notaro.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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The famous dining room is still a great spot to have a meal and soak in literary history.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
30 Jan. 2025
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Kirke uses self-deprecation and tenderness to reminisce in her writing on the ways her childhood shaped her and her famous sisters (Jemima became an actress best known for her role on Girls; Domino is a singer turned doula and is married to actor Penn Badgley).—
Seija Rankin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
30 Jan. 2025
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Pacific Ridge School is renowned for its commitment to fostering academic excellence, ethical responsibility, and global engagement.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Jan. 2025
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Even Saanen’s most renowned, high-end establishments remain low-key and devoid of pretension, like 16 ART-BAR-RESTAURANT, credited by Michelin as Bib Gourmand for an experience and culinary offering that is both high quality and good value.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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