Illustrious
Illustrious adjective - Standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement.
Usage example: an illustrious physicist who is a sure bet for a Nobel Prize
Reputable is a synonym for illustrious in celebrated topic. In some cases you can use "Reputable" instead an adjective "Illustrious".
Nearby Word: illustration
Reputable
Reputable adjective - Having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge.
Usage example: make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer
Illustrious is a synonym for reputable in celebrated topic. You can use "Illustrious" instead an adjective "Reputable", if it concerns topics such as worthy of respect.
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- esteemed and illustrious
- esteemed and reputable
- notable and illustrious
- notable and reputable
- noble and illustrious
- noble and reputable
- honourable and illustrious
- honourable and reputable
- creditable and illustrious
- creditable and reputable
- estimable and illustrious
- estimable and reputable
- honorable and illustrious
- honorable and reputable
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