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    Distinguido (en. Distinguished)

    /distinˈɡido/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to someone who has a notable character or behavior.
    The speaker was a distinguished man due to his vast knowledge.
    El conferenciante era un hombre distinguido por su vasto conocimiento.
    One who is distinguished by their manners or clothing.
    He attended the gala in such a distinguished suit that everyone was looking at him.
    Asistió a la gala con un traje tan distinguido que todos lo miraban.
    One who is socially recognized for merits or position.
    She is a distinguished artist in the film industry.
    Ella es una artista distinguida en el mundo del cine.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'distinguere', which means 'to separate' or 'to divide'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    distinguished man
    It refers to a man who stands out for his education and manners.
    hombre distinguido
    distinguished person
    It alludes to a person with a prominent social or professional position.
    persona distinguida

    Related Words

    distinction
    It is the act of distinguishing or differentiating.
    distinción
    distinguishable
    That can be distinguished or noticed.
    distinguible

    Slang Meanings

    Used in a social context to refer to someone who behaves as if they are high class.
    That guy thinks he's very distinguished just because he wears a nice watch.
    Ese tipo se cree muy distinguido solo porque lleva un buen reloj.
    Sometimes used sarcastically to belittle someone trying to appear important.
    Look at him, trying to be distinguished with his ridiculous outfit.
    Mira a ese, intentando ser distinguido con su atuendo ridículo.