distinguished
adjective
dis·tin·guished
di-ˈstiŋ-(g)wisht 
1
: marked by eminence, distinction (see distinction sense 4), or excellence
distinguished leadership
our distinguished guest
2
: befitting an eminent person
a distinguished setting
Synonyms
Examples of distinguished in a Sentence
She is distinguished for her achievements in genetic research.
heads turned as the well-dressed, distinguished couple strode through the hotel lobby
Recent Examples on the Web
Founded and led by Angela Hood, a distinguished entrepreneur and AI expert, ThisWay Global has emerged as a leader in the AI, data, and HR tech industries.
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Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2024
There are permanent pavilions owned by around 30 mostly wealthy countries in the gardens where much of the Biennale takes place, many with distinguished architecture.
—Siddhartha Mitter, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Along for the ride are two reporters: Joel (Wagner Moura), who tempers his cynicism with a wolfish grin, and Sammy (Stephen McKinley Henderson), a distinguished political writer whose instincts are as sturdily old-school as his suspenders.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2024
The honor is bestowed on previous winners of the tournament, as well as other distinguished golfers.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2024
His roster of distinguished guests includes the CEOs of companies that the $1.6 trillion sovereign fund owns or invests in.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 11 Apr. 2024
Outlook | Google | Apple iCal | Office365 Rare phenomena, like a total solar eclipse, can be a good marketing opportunity for brands, said Koen Pauwels, associate dean, research and distinguished professor of marketing at Northeastern University.
—Parija Kavilanz, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
One distinguished member of the crowd was famed British aviatrix, Lady Mary Heath who had heard of their historic flight and came to see it for herself.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2024
McEachern retired in January, and now works at Boise State University as a distinguished scholar in residence.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2024
Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2024
There are permanent pavilions owned by around 30 mostly wealthy countries in the gardens where much of the Biennale takes place, many with distinguished architecture.
—Siddhartha Mitter, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Along for the ride are two reporters: Joel (Wagner Moura), who tempers his cynicism with a wolfish grin, and Sammy (Stephen McKinley Henderson), a distinguished political writer whose instincts are as sturdily old-school as his suspenders.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2024
The honor is bestowed on previous winners of the tournament, as well as other distinguished golfers.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2024
His roster of distinguished guests includes the CEOs of companies that the $1.6 trillion sovereign fund owns or invests in.
—Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 11 Apr. 2024
Outlook | Google | Apple iCal | Office365 Rare phenomena, like a total solar eclipse, can be a good marketing opportunity for brands, said Koen Pauwels, associate dean, research and distinguished professor of marketing at Northeastern University.
—Parija Kavilanz, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
One distinguished member of the crowd was famed British aviatrix, Lady Mary Heath who had heard of their historic flight and came to see it for herself.
—Richard Selcer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2024
McEachern retired in January, and now works at Boise State University as a distinguished scholar in residence.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2024
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“Distinguished.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distinguished. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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