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
The artwork is positioned on a traffic island in Pall Mall, in Westminster, one of London's most prestigious areas.
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Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
He later was awarded the Sakharov Prize, the European Union’s most prestigious human rights award.
—Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The Russian Pavilion will be accessible to the public only during the Venice Biennale’s pre-opening vernissage (May 5–8), Italian news outlets report, as the European Union threatens to withdraw funding from the prestigious exhibition amid mounting sanctions on Moscow.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Golden Goblet Awards are among Asia’s most prestigious film prizes.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
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Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
He later was awarded the Sakharov Prize, the European Union’s most prestigious human rights award.
—Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
The Russian Pavilion will be accessible to the public only during the Venice Biennale’s pre-opening vernissage (May 5–8), Italian news outlets report, as the European Union threatens to withdraw funding from the prestigious exhibition amid mounting sanctions on Moscow.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The Golden Goblet Awards are among Asia’s most prestigious film prizes.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestigious
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King was perhaps most respected for his decisions on immigration cases.—
Jay Weaver,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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An injury-prone but still highly respected player such as Hintz?—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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At Friday’s news conference, Cordero-Stutz said outstanding citations will be dismissed.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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In the bottom of the ninth with one on and one out, Carson Benge made an outstanding diving catch in right field to rob Vaughn Grisson of extra bases and prevent a run from scoring.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
3 May 2026
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The film got an A- CinemaScore, respectable critic reviews, and theaters themselves helped activate their audiences.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
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Gustafsson’s game isn't about his offense despite having some elements (above-average skating and respectable handling for a big man).—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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The Presidential Scholars program was established in 1964 to recognize and honor some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Mfume has served Maryland for many years in a distinguished and honorable way.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
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These three companies also offer reputable home warranty coverage.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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What resulted was a steady stream of facts from myriad reputable media outlets — hardly an information vacuum.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The frogs jumping in Tuesday’s competition on the state Capitol lawn did not let either the illustrious setting or historic day — the event’s 50th anniversary — impact their athletic performance.—
Andrew Graham
May 6,
Sacbee.com,
6 May 2026
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The illustrious basketball career of Tina Charles came to an end Tuesday, with the sure-fire Hall of Famer announcing her retirement.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
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Artists ranging from Mickalene Thomas to Tammy Nguyen are banding together to sell more than $1 million in art at Sotheby’s next month, with all the funds going toward Yale University’s MFA art program, among the most esteemed ones of its kind in the country.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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The esteemed David Rosenberg of Rosenberg Research points out that the market rallies that started April 13 and took the S&P 500 to a new high were a response to prospective new rounds of discussions to resolve the war between Iran and the United States and Israel.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The barren landscape, despite its harsh conditions (daytime temperatures often exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit), was—and still is—famous for its connection to many legends of treasure.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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Elkann, a keen offshore sailor himself, says Hypersail follows in the footsteps of Ferrari’s passion for endurance, drawing inspiration from the Ferrari 499P hypercar, which has won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans three years in a row since the team’s return to endurance racing in 2023.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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“Prestigious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestigious. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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