ILLUSTRIOUS


Meaning of ILLUSTRIOUS in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ i-ˈləs-trē-əs ]

adjective

Etymology: Latin illustris, probably from illustrare

Date: 1588

1. : notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity or achievements or actions : eminent

2. archaic

a. : shining brightly with light

b. : clearly evident

Synonyms: see famous

• il·lus·tri·ous·ly adverb

• il·lus·tri·ous·ness noun

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.