Synonyms for
Prestigious
Definition
Describing something or someone that is respected and admired.
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Common collocations
- prestigious institution
- prestigious award
- prestigious university
- prestigious event
- prestigious career
- prestigious company
- prestigious honor
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Usage note
Often used to describe institutions, awards, or positions that command respect and admiration due to high status or achievement. Avoid using it for everyday objects unless there's a clear reason for their elevated status.
Example sentences
- Winning a gold medal at the Olympics is a prestigious achievement.
- The school is known for its prestigious academic programs.
- Only the most prestigious companies are invited to participate in the conference.
- The prestigious art gallery only displays the work of the most talented artists.
- The prestigious university has a rigorous application process.
Quotes
If you have a prestigious title, people assume you have a certain expertise or prominence in your field.
Prestigious awards are like little bubbles - it's like they float around you, and they're nice, but they're not real.
I'm not trying to be a hero, but seriously, we saw people falling from the window. We saw the windows bursting out. It was a very prestigious building and I think it's just going to shock everyone around the world.