Dictionary
dis•tin•guished
Pronunciation: (di-sting'gwisht), [key]—
adj.
1. made conspicuous by excellence; noted; eminent; famous:
a distinguished scholar.
2. having an air of distinction, dignity, or eminence:
a distinguished old gentleman.
3. conspicuous; marked.
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