B2adjectiveeducationwork
US/preˈstɪdʒ.əs/
UK/preˈstɪdʒ.əs/
respected and admired by many people because of high quality or importance
In context
She won a place at one of the most prestigious universities in the country.
He received a prestigious award for his work on clean energy.
A job at such a prestigious firm will look good on your résumé.
Words that go with prestigious
adjective + noun
- prestigious universityHe dreams of studying at a prestigious university.
- prestigious awardThe film won a prestigious award.
- prestigious prizeShe was shortlisted for a prestigious prize.
- prestigious jobA prestigious job does not always pay well.
adverb + adjective
- highly prestigiousIt is a highly prestigious scholarship.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a prestige universityCorrect: a prestigious university