Illustré (en. Illustrated)
/ilys.tʁe/
Synonyms
- célèbre
- distingué
- eminent
- renommé
- réputé
Slang Meanings
Celebrity in a specific field, often used ironically.
He thinks he is an illustrious chef, but his dishes are quite basic.
Il se prend pour un illustre de la cuisine, mais ses plats sont assez basiques.
Used to describe something that is overrated.
This exhibition is labeled illustrious but lacks originality.
Cette exposition est qualifiée d'illustre mais elle manque d'originalité.