Respected, distinguished (7)
I believe the answer is:
eminent
I believe this clue is a double definition.
'respected' is the first definition.
(thesaurus)
'distinguished' is the second definition.
(synonyms)
(Other definitions for eminent that I've seen before include "Respected; notable" , "Distinguished and admired" , "Illustrious like cardinal?" , "Respected; outstanding" , "Exalted in rank" .)