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- [ih-luhs-tree-uh s]
- /ɪˈlʌs tri əs/
- /ɪˈlʌs.tri.əs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ih-luhs-tree-uh s]
- /ɪˈlʌs tri əs/
Definitions of illustrious word
- adjective illustrious highly distinguished; renowned; famous: an illustrious leader. 1
- adjective illustrious glorious, as deeds or works: many illustrious achievements. 1
- adjective illustrious Obsolete. luminous; bright. 1
- noun illustrious Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements. 1
- adjective illustrious person: renowned 1
- adjective illustrious glorious 1
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Origin of illustrious
First appearance:
before 1560 One of the 32% oldest English words
1560-70; < Latin illustri(s) bright, clear, famous (equivalent to illustr(āre) to brighten (see il-1, luster1) + -is adj. suffix) + -ous
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Parts of speech for Illustrious
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illustrious popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for illustrious
adj illustrious
- noble — distinguished by rank or title.
- renowned — celebrated; famous.
- splendid — gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous. Synonyms: luxurious, dazzling, imposing. Antonyms: squalid.
- remarkable — notably or conspicuously unusual; extraordinary: a remarkable change.
- outstanding — prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.
adjective illustrious
- famous — having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated: a famous writer. Synonyms: famed, notable, illustrious. Antonyms: unknown, obscure.
- eminent — (of a person) Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
- grand — impressive in size, appearance, or general effect: grand mountain scenery.
- admired — Simple past tense and past participle of admire.
- prominent — standing out so as to be seen easily; conspicuous; particularly noticeable: Her eyes are her most prominent feature.
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adj illustrious
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- unknown — not known; not within the range of one's knowledge, experience, or understanding; strange; unfamiliar.
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
- usual — habitual or customary: her usual skill.
- unremarkable — notably or conspicuously unusual; extraordinary: a remarkable change.
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