Ilustres (en. Illustrious)

/ilustɾes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Individuals who have achieved great recognition in their field.

Illustrious writers have left an indelible mark on literature.

Los escritores ilustres han dejado una marca indeleble en la literatura.

Individuals who are considered worthy of respect or admiration.

The ceremony honored illustrious figures in science and culture.

En la ceremonia se homenajeó a ilustres de la ciencia y la cultura.

People distinguished by their intelligence or moral quality.

Those illustrious thinkers changed our way of seeing the world.

Aquellos ilustres pensadores cambiaron nuestra forma de ver el mundo.

From Latin 'illustris', which means 'illustrious, famous, bright.'

illustrious figures

People of great renown or dignity.

ilustres personajes

to be illustrious in something

To stand out notably in a specific field.

ser ilustre en algo

illustrious visitors

Important people who visit a place.

ilustres visitantes

illuminated

A person who possesses superior knowledge that enlightens others.

iluminado

renowned

One who has great prestige or fame.

renombrado

distinguished

One characterized by elegance or superior quality.

distinguido

People who believe themselves superior due to their achievements.

That group of illustrious people thinks they are better than the rest.

Ese grupo de ilustres se cree mejor que el resto.

Referring to someone as illustrious in an ironic tone.

Ah, how illustrious you are, always arriving late.

Ah, qué ilustre eres, siempre llegando tarde.