prestigious

American

[pre-stij-uhs, -stij-ee-uhs, -stee-juhs, -stee-jee-uhs] / prɛˈstɪdʒ əs, -ˈstɪdʒ i əs, -ˈsti dʒəs, -ˈsti dʒi əs /

adjective

indicative of or conferring prestige.

the most prestigious address in town.

Synonyms:

distinguished
having a high reputation; honored; esteemed.

a prestigious author.

Synonyms:

notable, illustrious

Other Word Forms

prestigiously adverb
prestigiousness noun

Etymology

Origin of prestigious

First recorded in 1540–50; from Latin praestigiōsus “full of tricks, deceitful,” from praestigi(ae) “juggler's tricks” ( prestige ) + -ōsus -ous

Example Sentences

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Vanderbilt University plans to open a new campus near downtown San Francisco, an expansion for the prestigious research school and a boost to the city’s turnaround efforts.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, the Norwegian Nobel Institute says its prestigious award “cannot be revoked, shared, or transferred,” citing its longstanding rules on awarded prizes.

From Salon

Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign of Weakness.

From BBC

Dr Langlands, Co-Director of Swansea University's Centre for Heritage Research and Training, described it as a "really impressive and prestigious" building, likely to have been finely decorated with statues and mosaic floors.

From BBC

In terms of the difference in league places between the two clubs at kick-off, it was the greatest shock in the prestigious competition's history.

From BBC

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