ILLUSTRIOUS (adjective) definition and synonyms | Macmillan Dictionary.
How do you use the word illustrious?
Illustrious in a Sentence ?
- The leader of the country will recognize the illustrious scientist in a private ceremony.
- As a member of an illustrious family of doctors, John is considered to be one of the city's most eligible bachelors.
What does it mean to call someone illustrious?
1 : notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity or achievements or actions : eminent. 2 archaic. a : shining brightly with light.