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How to pronounce “illustrious”
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Pronunciation guide for illustrious
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of illustrious with real speech in context.
- Available examples
- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- How to Design a Creative Life (w/ Debbie Millman)
for someone who has a really illustrious
- Definition summary
- Admired, distinguished, respected, or well-known. [from mid 16th c.]
Example 1 of 8
How to pronounce illustrious
How to Design a Creative Life (w/ Debbie Millman)

for someone who has a really illustrious
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “illustrious”
Meaning
- [Adjective]
- Admired, distinguished, respected, or well-known. [from mid 16th c.]
Practice Nearby Words
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Similar Sounds
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