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    distinguished
    /dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃt/

    adjective

    • 1. very successful, authoritative, and commanding great respect: "a distinguished American educationist"

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  2. DISTINGUISHED definition: 1. used to describe a respected and admired person, or their work: 2. used to describe a person…. Learn more.

  3. The meaning of DISTINGUISHED is marked by eminence, distinction, or excellence. How to use distinguished in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Distinguished.

  4. Distinguished definition: made conspicuous by excellence; noted; eminent; famous. See examples of DISTINGUISHED used in a sentence.

  5. to notice or understand the difference between two things, or to make one person or thing seem different from another: distinguish between He's colour-blind and can't distinguish (the difference) between red and green easily. distinguish someone/something from someone/something I sometimes have difficulty distinguishing Spanish from Portuguese.

  6. made conspicuous by excellence; noted; eminent; famous. a distinguished scholar. 2. having an air of distinction, dignity, or eminence. a distinguished old gentleman. 3. conspicuous; marked. SYNONYMS 1. renowned, illustrious. See famous.

  7. When we say someone is distinguished, we're expressing respect for them. Usually, someone distinguished is older: distinguished people are wise, accomplished, and professional-looking — and usually have an impressive reputation to match. A teenager can't really be distinguished.

  8. 1. : to perceive a difference in : mentally separate. so alike they could not be distinguished. 2. a. : to mark as separate or different. a policy that distinguishes him from other candidates. b. : to separate into kinds, classes, or categories. distinguish words by their part of speech. c.

  9. Definition of distinguished adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  10. made conspicuous by excellence; noted; eminent; famous. a distinguished scholar. 2. having an air of distinction, dignity, or eminence. a distinguished old gentleman. 3. conspicuous; marked. SYNONYMS 1. renowned, illustrious. See famous.

  11. Aug 23, 2024 · distinguished (comparative more distinguished, superlative most distinguished) celebrated, well-known or eminent because of past achievements; prestigious. The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians. Having a dignified appearance or demeanor.