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Definitions for prestigious
prɛˈstɪdʒ əs, -ˈstɪdʒ i əs, -ˈsti dʒəs, -ˈsti dʒi əspres·ti·gious

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. esteemed, honored, prestigiousadjective

    having an illustrious reputation; respected

    "our esteemed leader"; "a prestigious author"

  2. prestigiousadjective

    exerting influence by reason of high status or prestige

    "a prestigious professor at a prestigious university"

Wiktionary

  1. prestigiousadjective

    Of high prestige.

    She has a prestigious job with an international organization.

  2. Etymology: Attested since the 1540s; from praestigious, praestigiae, possibly an alteration of praestringere, from prae- with stringere.

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  1. prestigious

    Prestigious refers to having high status, respect, or distinction, often attributed to a position, institution, or individual due to notable achievements, advancements, or uphold high standards in a particular field or practice. It is typically associated with renown, honor, and acclaim.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Prestigiousadjective

    practicing tricks; juggling

  2. Etymology: [L. praestigiosus.]

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of prestigious in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of prestigious in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of prestigious in a Sentence

  1. James Kenny:

    Due to the richness of the finds within the grave, we believe that the mystery warrior held one of the most prestigious roles in the country.

  2. Dan Harsha:

    It seemed pretty clear (the center) was just a front for Yanukovych, it wasn't just an independent think tank in Europe. There are not too many nonprofits with the wherewithal or the resources to hire perhaps the most prestigious Democratic lobbying group.

  3. Mandeville Police Department:

    Captain Liberto climbed through the ranks and earned multiple prestigious awards during Captain Liberto years of service, including Officer of the Year.

  4. David Attenborough:

    This year Prince William and a global alliance launch the most prestigious environment prize in history: The Earthshot Prize.

  5. Brook Hazelton:

    This prestigious collection offers unprecedented insight into the private lives of President and Mrs. Ronald Reagan, each object offers a 'through-the-keyhole' experience revealing as-yet-untold stories of two of the 20th century's most celebrated public figures.

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