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    L'illustre (en. The illustrious)

    li-lüstr

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person famous for their notable contributions.
    The illustrious writer won several literary awards.
    L'illustre écrivain a remporté plusieurs prix littéraires.
    An individual who stands out due to their actions or achievements.
    They celebrated the memory of the illustrious scientist.
    Ils ont célébré la mémoire de l'illustre scientifique.
    An emblematic figure in history or culture.
    He is often compared to other illustrious figures of the Revolution.
    Il est souvent comparé à d'autres illustres figures de la Révolution.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'illustris', meaning 'bright, famous'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The illustrious unknown
    A famous person whose identity is unknown.
    l'illustre inconnu
    To act as an illustrious person
    To act with bravery or dignity.
    faire acte d'illustre

    Related Words

    Illustrate
    To make something clearer or to provide an example.
    illustrer
    Illustration
    An image or drawing that accompanies a text.
    illustration

    Slang Meanings

    A person with a great reputation in a field.
    This director is an illustrious figure in cinema.
    Ce réalisateur est un illustre du cinéma.
    A light term to refer to someone respected.
    Look at that illustrious person, he always knows what to say to people.
    Regarde cet illustre, il sait toujours quoi dire aux gens.