Illustrious Definition
illustrious
adjective
- widely known and esteemed; "a famous actor"; "a celebrated musician"; "a famed scientist"; "an illustrious judge"; "a notable historian"; "a renowned painter"
- having or conferring glory; "an illustrious achievement"
"Illustrious" in song lyrics
See how illustrious is used in real songs:
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"Majestic, double-breasted, shine like diamonds, illustrious"
D.I.T.C. f/ Big L, Fat Joe, O.C. — Internationally Known -
"In this industrious world, meet the illustrious"
Handsome Boy Modeling School f/ RZA, A.G., The Mars Volta — A Day in the Life -
"Mind blow, illustrious"
Labtekwon — Wasteland
Words that rhyme with illustrious
Usage tips for "illustrious"
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