Prestigious
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Respect and Admiration
Use 'prestigious' when something deserves deep respect due to its quality or achievements. She received a prestigious prize for her groundbreaking research.
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Not Just Popular
'Prestigious' is not the same as 'popular'; it implies excellence recognized by experts or connoisseurs. The prestigious journal is read by leading scientists.
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Cultural High Status
In various cultures, 'prestigious' can relate to different traits: age-old institutions, innovative companies, etc. The gallery hosted a prestigious exhibition of ancient artifacts.