Term Gallery logo

Meanings of prestigious in English

Having an illustrious reputation; respected.

Related terms

Prestigious.

Related terms
Usage of prestigious in English
1
His practice has won a series of prestigious awards in recent years.
The Irish Times
2
They certainly have what it usually takes to gain that prestigious title.
The Irish Times
3
This is much more prestigious in Germany than in America, believe me.
The Beast Within
4
In an extremely moving speech, she thanked Parliament for this prestigious award.
The Irish Times
5
Dartnall first won the prestigious Chef of the Year award in 2009.
The South African
6
But the picture is different at the most prestigious and competitive institutions.
The Guardian
7
These judges ultimately decide who walks away with a prestigious stand award.
The South African
8
Biden called the prestigious university a symbol of what Islamic extremists oppose.
Reuters
9
It's the first time two Victorian restaurants have made the prestigious list.
News.com.au
10
Dame Fiona Kidman has taken out the country's most prestigious literary prize.
Radio NZ
11
It is a prestigious and prominent position in a disproportionately celebrated field.
The Guardian
12
His horses have won the prestigious Grand National race on three occasions.
Reuters
13
Dylan was awarded France's prestigious Legion d'Honneur award last month in Paris.
Reuters
14
Spelman is the latest prestigious women's college to consider admitting transgender students.
Ebony
15
His films have been nominated for the academy's prestigious award four times.
Reuters
16
Ms Matafeo is a past winner of the prestigious Billy T Award.
Radio NZ
About this term
More collocations
Prestigious through the time
Prestigious across language varieties
Ireland
Common
South Africa
Common
New Zealand
Common
More variants