illustriousness
/i'lʌstreiəsnis/
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Definition
Noun: - The quality or state of being illustrious; great fame, distinction, or eminence due to outstanding achievements, character, or importance.
Usage
"Illustriousness" is a formal noun used to describe the condition of being widely known and highly respected, often for significant accomplishments, noble qualities, or high rank. It conveys a sense of glory and renown.
Examples
- The illustriousness of her scientific career inspired a generation of researchers.
- The ceremony honored the illustriousness of the nation's founding fathers.
- His family name carried an illustriousness that dated back centuries.
Advanced Usage
- "of great/little/no illustriousness": Used to specify the degree of fame or eminence.
- The poet, though brilliant, lived and died with little public illustriousness.
- "add to the illustriousness of": To contribute to the glory or renown of something.
- This new discovery will add to the illustriousness of our university.
Variants and Related Words
- Illustrious (adj): Well-known, admired, and respected for past achievements; shining brightly.
- She had an illustrious career in diplomacy.
- Illustriously (adv): In an illustrious manner.
- He served his country illustriously.
Synonyms
- Eminence: Recognized superiority, distinction, or high standing.
- Renown: The state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored; fame.
- Distinction: Excellence that sets someone or something apart from others.
- Glory: High renown or honor won by notable achievements.
Antonyms
- Obscurity: The state of being unknown, inconspicuous, or unimportant.
- Anonymity: The condition of being anonymous; lack of distinctive features.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- "A name of great illustriousness": Referring to a person or family with a long and distinguished reputation.
- He bore a name of great illustriousness in the field of law.
- "To achieve/attain illustriousness": To gain widespread fame and honor.
- Through decades of public service, she attained true illustriousness.
Noun
- the property possessed by something or someone of outstanding importance or eminence