Definition of Illustrious. Meaning of Illustrious. Synonyms of Illustrious
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Definition of Illustrious
Illustrious Illustrious Il*lus"tri*ous, a. [L. illustris, prob. for
illuxtris; fr. il- in + the root of lucidus bright: cf. F.
illustre. See Lucid.]
1. Possessing luster or brightness; brilliant; luminous;
splendid.
Quench the light; thine eyes are guides illustrious.
--Beau. & Fl.
2. Characterized by greatness, nobleness, etc.; eminent;
conspicuous; distinguished.
Illustrious earls, renowened everywhere. --Drayton.
3. Conferring luster or honor; renowned; as, illustrious
deeds or titles.
Syn: Distinguished; famous; remarkable; brilliant;
conspicuous; noted; celebrated; signal; renowened;
eminent; exalted; noble; glorious. See Distinguished,
Famous.