Prestigious Meaning
/pɹɛˈstɪd͡ʒəs/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjOf high prestige.
Sentence Examples
The architect boasted that he had received a prestigious award.
In 1995, Andou received architecture's most prestigious award.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ university, known worldwide for its centuries-old reputation, only accepts students with perfect grades.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She was offered a place at one of the most ____ law firms in the country after graduating.
Word Origin & History
Attested since the 1540s; Latin praestigiosus (“full of tricks”), praestigiae (“juggler's tricks”), possibly an alteration of praestringō (“to blindfold, to dazzle”), from prae- (“before”) with stringō (“to bind or tie”); equivalent to prestige + -ious. Unstressed /ɛ/ is retained by analogy with prestige.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ university, known worldwide for its centuries-old reputation, only accepts students with perfect grades.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She was offered a place at one of the most ____ law firms in the country after graduating.