illustrious

• Illustre, célèbre et respecté pour ses réalisations passées ou ses qualités exceptionnelles.

Describes someone or something that is famous, well-known, and respected for past achievements or excellence.

1. Widely known and esteemedC1formal

   Very famous and highly respected because of past achievements or excellence.

   Illustre

   • She comes from an illustrious family of scientists and inventors.
   • The university boasts an illustrious history spanning three centuries.
   • He had an illustrious career in the military before retiring.
   • Many illustrious guests attended the royal wedding.

   Synonymescelebrateddistinguishedeminentesteemedfamousnotablenotedprestigiousrenowned

   Antonymesignobleinfamousingloriousnotoriousobscureundistinguishedunknown

2. Having or conferring gloryC1formal

   Bringing fame, honor, or distinction; glorious.

   Illustre, glorieux

   • The team achieved an illustrious victory after years of hard work.
   • Her illustrious contributions to medicine have saved countless lives.
   • The award is given to those who have performed illustrious deeds.
   • The building stands as an illustrious monument to peace.

   Synonymesbrilliantcelebrateddistinguishedeminentfamousgloriousgreathonorednoblerenowned

   Antonymesdisgracefuldishonorableignominiousinfamousingloriousobscureshameful