illustrious Definition and Meaning in English (illustrious definition)

adjective
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Illustrious definition: Someone or something that is illustrious is well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.

Definitions of Illustrious

  1. 1adjective

    Someone or something that is illustrious is well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.

Example Sentences

“She comes from an illustrious family of musicians.”

“The university has an illustrious history of academic excellence.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounillustriousness
adverbillustriously

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Illustrious definition: Someone or something that is illustrious is well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
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'Illustrious' translates to 'illustrious' in English. Illustrious definition: Someone or something that is illustrious is well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
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