adjective Etymology: Latin illustris, probably from illustrare Date: 1588 notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity or achievements or actions ; eminent , 2. archaic shining brightly with light, clearly evident, see: famous ~ly adverb ~ness noun
ILLUSTRIOUS
Meaning of ILLUSTRIOUS in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012