as in solemn
having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner
had the distingué air of a senior diplomat
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distingué
Adjective
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With interest growing significantly in recent years, attendees are reminded that this is a solemn event.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
4 Nov. 2025 -
The elephants were more solemn and inward-looking than we are typically shown, the zebras startlingly intricate and finely drawn.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Pascal will join a distinguished line of recipients that includes Steven Spielberg, Barbara Broccoli, Billy Wilder, Frank Marshall, Kathleen Kennedy, Mary Parent, Tom Cruise, Martin Scorsese and most recently Chris Meledandri.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
30 Oct. 2025
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During his distinguished career, Monroe has been named to Variety’s Legal Impact and Dealmakers lists, as well as Legal 500 United States’ Media & Entertainment and M&A lists, among other accolades.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, the Sens could’ve benefitted from them being more imposing.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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At the heart of the property is the tahona, used to grind the agave used to make mezcal; this one is solar-powered though no less imposing.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Distingué.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distingu%C3%A9. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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