Distinguished

13 lettersadjectivemoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

Successful, authoritative, and commanding great respect. It also means very different or clearly separate from others.

“The distinguished professor received numerous awards for her groundbreaking research.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/dɪsˈtɪŋɡwɪʃt/

Syllables

dis·tin·guished

Related Words

Synonyms

eminentrenownedprestigious

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Features 'ED' ending with multiple common consonants; contains 'STING' pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 18 points; 'G' and 'H' add value

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