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
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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
Two distinguished trial judges repeatedly dismissed these cases on numerous occasions over the last decade because the law required it.
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Danielle Bacher, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
Diego Apaza Diego Apaza is a distinguished day trader renowned for his financial market expertise and innovative approach to trading education.
—Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 25 June 2024
Company co-founder Tom Hsin-Ming Lin, a veteran Taiwanese editor known for his distinguished work in the documentary space, also edited the Indian feature drama The Shameless, whose star, Anasuya Sengupta, took home the best actress honor in the Un Certain Regard section.
—Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 June 2024
On the centennial of the Hopkins Medical School, Dr. Fritz was one of the recipients of the distinguished physician award.
—Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 20 June 2024
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Danielle Bacher, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
Diego Apaza Diego Apaza is a distinguished day trader renowned for his financial market expertise and innovative approach to trading education.
—Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 25 June 2024
Company co-founder Tom Hsin-Ming Lin, a veteran Taiwanese editor known for his distinguished work in the documentary space, also edited the Indian feature drama The Shameless, whose star, Anasuya Sengupta, took home the best actress honor in the Un Certain Regard section.
—Patrick Brzeski, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 June 2024
On the centennial of the Hopkins Medical School, Dr. Fritz was one of the recipients of the distinguished physician award.
—Frederick N. Rasmussen, Baltimore Sun, 20 June 2024
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“Distinguished.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distinguished. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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