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DISTINGUISHED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 9 meanings of the word Distinguished.

How to pronounce distinguished:

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Distinguished - as an adjective satellite

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

Example: "Our distinguished professor"

Used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person

Example: "His distinguished bearing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grand7imposing13magisterial14

Distinguished - as a verb

To recognize someone or something as different from others based on its characteristics.

To see someone or something clearly or distinctly.

To make oneself noticeably different or better from others through accomplishments.

Example: "The soldier distinguished himself in combat and received a medal."

To make to differ.

Distinguished - as an adjective

Celebrated, well-known or eminent because of past achievements; prestigious

Example: "The lecture was attended by many distinguished mathematicians."

Having a dignified appearance or demeanor

Example: "Her father was a distinguished gentleman, albeit a poor one."

Specified, noted.

Example: "Let x be a topological space with a distinguished point p."

Example Sentences

"He is a distinguished professor of English literature."
"She was wearing a distinguished black gown for the evening gala."
"The book was written by a distinguished author."
"He was recognized for his distinguished military service."
"The hotel offers distinguished accommodations and superior service."
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Word Game Points

Is DISTINGUISHED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distinguished is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISTINGUISHED has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is DISTINGUISHED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distinguished is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISTINGUISHED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is DISTINGUISHED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distinguished is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISTINGUISHED has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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