Distinguished
Distinguished adjective - Standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement.
Usage example: a distinguished astronomer who is widely respected in the field
Prestigious is a synonym for distinguished in knowledge topic. In some cases you can use "Prestigious" instead an adjective "Distinguished", when it comes to topics like eminent.
Nearby Words: distinguishing, distinguishable
Prestigious
Prestigious adjective - Having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge.
Usage example: a nutritional study that has been published by a prestigious medical journal
Distinguished is a synonym for prestigious in knowledge topic. You can use "Distinguished" instead an adjective "Prestigious", if it concerns topics such as reputable, famous.
Nearby Word: prestige
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- esteemed and distinguished
- esteemed and prestigious
- notable and distinguished
- notable and prestigious
- noble and distinguished
- noble and prestigious
- reputable and distinguished
- reputable and prestigious
- prominent and distinguished
- prominent and prestigious
- conspicuous and distinguished
- conspicuous and prestigious
- great and distinguished
- great and prestigious
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