English adjective: prestigious | |||
1. | prestigious having an illustrious reputation; respected | ||
Samples | Our esteemed leader. A prestigious author. | ||
Synonyms | esteemed, honored | ||
Similar | reputable | ||
Antonyms | disreputable | ||
2. | prestigious exerting influence by reason of high status or prestige | ||
Samples | A prestigious professor at a prestigious university. | ||
Similar | influential | ||
Antonyms | uninfluential | ||