illustrious

High is a synonym of illustrious.

As adjectives the difference between high and illustrious

is that high is elevated in position or status; above many things while illustrious is dignified.

As a noun high

is (obsolete) thought; intention; determination; purpose or high can be a period of euphoria, from excitement or from an intake of drugs.

As an adverb high

is in or to an elevated position.

As a verb high

is (obsolete) to rise or high can be to hie; to hasten.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and exemplary

is that illustrious is dignified while exemplary is deserving honour, respect and admiration.

As a noun exemplary is

an example, or typical instance; an exemplar.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and distinguished

is that illustrious is dignified while distinguished is celebrated, well-known or eminent because of past achievements; prestigious.

As a verb distinguished is

past tense of distinguish.

Illustrious is a synonym of peerless.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and peerless

is that illustrious is dignified while peerless is without peer or equal; unparalleled, nonpareil of the highest quality, best.

Illustrious is a related term of prime.

As an adjective illustrious

is dignified.

As a verb prime is

.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and noteworthy

is that illustrious is dignified while noteworthy is deserving attention; notable; worthy of notice.

As a noun noteworthy is

a noteworthy person.

Lofty is a related term of illustrious.

As a proper noun lofty

is (informal) nickname for a tall (usually male) person.

As an adjective illustrious is

dignified.

Illustrious is a synonym of splendid.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and splendid

is that illustrious is dignified while splendid is possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright; as, a splendid sun.

As a noun luminary

is one that is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in his chosen field; a leading light.

As an adjective illustrious is

dignified.

Illustrious is a synonym of matchless.

As adjectives the difference between illustrious and matchless

is that illustrious is dignified while matchless is having no match; without equal.