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
On June 16, Kensington Palace confirmed that Prince George will attend the prestigious all-boys boarding school near Windsor this fall, ending years of speculation over where Prince William and Kate Middleton would send their oldest son, who turns 13 on July 22.
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Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
That function has a name — dispatch — and Eliadis just raised $40 million from two of the most prestigious venture capital funds in the world — Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Sequoia Capital — to dominate it across a $700 billion industry.
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Renana Ashkenazi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Eton is the same prestigious all boys’ school that both Prince William and Prince Harry attended.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Now, the four of them could become the first astronauts in nearly two decades to be honored with one of the most prestigious civilian awards in the nation.
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Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
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Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
That function has a name — dispatch — and Eliadis just raised $40 million from two of the most prestigious venture capital funds in the world — Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Sequoia Capital — to dominate it across a $700 billion industry.
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Renana Ashkenazi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Eton is the same prestigious all boys’ school that both Prince William and Prince Harry attended.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
Now, the four of them could become the first astronauts in nearly two decades to be honored with one of the most prestigious civilian awards in the nation.
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Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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By Friday afternoon, solidarity for Meloni had poured in from across the government and political spectrum, and included a call from President Sergio Mattarella, Italy’s respected head of state.
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By Friday afternoon, solidarity with Meloni had poured in from across the government and political spectrum, and included a call from President Sergio Mattarella, Italy’s widely respected head of state.
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Parts of the region visually resemble Lake Tahoe, thanks to gorgeous lakes, elevation changes, and a variety of excellent golf courses that are perpetually in outstanding condition.
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There will be a lasting impact on economic growth as the country faces a long process resolving outstanding costs, according to analysts.
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Last year’s Superman was divisive among the hardcore fandom but grossed a very respectable $619 million worldwide, kicking off the new era of DC Studios under co-chairs James Gunn and Peter Safran on a promising note.
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Payload is up to a quite respectable Ford Maverick-edging 1,550 lb (703 kg), and towing capacity doubles from initial projections to 2,000 lb (907 kg).
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In 2014, he was selected to receive a lifetime achievement award for distinguished achievement in television direction from the Directors Guild of America.
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Patriotism And Nationalism Are Not Identical Political philosophers and historians have long distinguished patriotism from nationalism.
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Most reputable surgeons will provide an all-in quote after a consultation so there are no surprises.
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Every reputable provider will share one.
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The story of the day had to be Argentina’s Lionel Messi, who set the all-time World Cup goals record, surpassing Germany’s Miroslav Klose for the lead as his illustrious career accolades continue.
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In what could be one of the most significant sports moments in AT&T Stadium’s history, Messi seized a crowning achievement in an illustrious career — one that many believe to be the greatest of all time.
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And no ball is complete without esteemed judges; which is why roughly an hour before showtime, comedian Michelle Buteau and drag queen Miss Peppermint are in the upper dining room of Sardi’s prepping for their short — but long awaited — turn with the scorecards.
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The design house has collaborated with esteemed names ranging from Zaha Hadid to Verner Panton and is best known for its lustrous silver tabletop pieces.
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There's been growing speculation that the two could get married during Independence Day weekend at Madison Square Garden, one of the world's most famous arenas.
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Varietally, Alto Adige is famous for aromatic whites and precision reds.
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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