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  2. /distinguished-looking

distinguished-looking

UK/dɪ'stɪŋgwɪʃt-'lʊkɪŋ/US

Definitions

adj.

Having a dignified, impressive appearance.

仪表不凡的,看起来显赫的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
distinguishednot, apart, away
+
lookingstand, set, place
=distinguished-looking

distinguished + -looking: a transparent compound = 'looking distinguished,' i.e. having a dignified appearance.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A distinguished-looking gentleman in a grey suit entered the room.

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