Have The Distinction (Verb)
Meaning
Be distinguished from others of a similar type by virtue of a notable characteristic; "it has the distinction of being the cheapest restaurant in town".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- Jaguar Cars has the distinction of being the first multinational corporation in India.
- The Royal Opera has the distinction of staging world premieres of works by some of the most prominent British composers.
- Dublin's Trinity College has the distinction of being the oldest university in Ireland.
- The restaurant has the distinction of having been awarded three Michelin stars.
- The University College London has the distinction of being the first institution in England to admit students of any race or social class.