distinguished
/dis'tiɳgwiʃt/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Eminent, respected, or admired: Used to describe a person who is highly respected and admired due to their achievements, character, or status. It implies a position above others in reputation or attainment.
- Characteristic of dignity and distinction: Used to describe a person's appearance, manner, or behavior that is dignified, impressive, and befitting someone of high rank or great achievement.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- He is a distinguished scientist who has won several international awards.
- The ambassador had a distinguished career in diplomacy.
- She has a distinguished appearance, with her elegant posture and silver hair.
Advanced Usage
- "Distinguished from": To be set apart or recognized as different from others based on specific qualities.
- His work is distinguished from his peers by its remarkable originality.
- "Distinguished service": Exceptional service, often recognized formally, especially in military, government, or professional contexts.
- The general was awarded a medal for distinguished service.
Variants and Related Words
- Distinguish (verb): To recognize or point out a difference; to make oneself noteworthy.
- It is hard to distinguish between the twins.
- He distinguished himself in the field of medicine.
- Distinguishing (adjective): Characteristic, serving to identify or differentiate.
- A distinguishing feature of the breed is its blue eyes.
- Distinction (noun): A difference or contrast; excellence that sets someone or something apart.
- She passed the exam with distinction.
Synonyms
- Eminent: Famous and respected within a particular sphere.
- Illustrious: Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
- Prominent: Important, famous, or widely known.
- Esteemed: Held in great respect; admired.
Related Phrases
- Distinguished gentleman/lady: A polite and formal way to refer to a respected man or woman.
- Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome our distinguished guest, the Nobel laureate.
- Long and distinguished career: A career marked by a sustained period of high achievement and respect.
- After a long and distinguished career, the judge retired.
Related Idioms
- A distinguished air: An impressive and dignified manner or appearance.
- Despite his simple clothes, he carried himself with a distinguished air.
Adjective
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used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person
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his distinguished bearing
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the monarch's imposing presence
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she reigned in magisterial beauty
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(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
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our distinguished professor
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