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illustrious

One entry found for illustrious.
Main Entry: il·lus·tri·ous
Pronunciation: i-'l&s-trE-&s
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin illustris, probably from illustrare
1 : notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity or achievements or actions : EMINENT
2 archaic a : shining brightly with light b : clearly evident
synonym see FAMOUS
- il·lus·tri·ous·ly adverb
- il·lus·tri·ous·ness noun