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Adjective: prestigious  pre'sti-jus
  1. Having an illustrious reputation; respected
    "a prestigious author"
    - esteemed, honored [US], honoured [Brit, Cdn]
     
  2. Exerting influence by reason of high status or prestige
    "a prestigious professor at a prestigious university"

See also: influential, prestige, reputable

Encyclopedia: Prestigious

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