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DictionaryprestigeHigh status and admiration
noun / adjective

prestige

preh-STEEZH/preˈstiːʒ/

High standing based on respect or admiration.

The audience's standing ovation reflects the violinist's prestige as a musician.

An accomplished concert musician receives a standing ovation: a distinguished violinist wearing an award medal stands at the front of a minimal stage while audience members rise and applaud her with admiring expressions.
Etymology
prestigeLatindelusion, illusion

The original “illusion” became a flattering impression of someone’s importance or merit. That impression acquired a positive meaning: a reputation for excellence or authority that wins admiration.

In context

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More examples

  • The university gains prestige through its groundbreaking medical research.
  • He values meaningful work more than money or prestige.
  • The firm competes for prestige projects that enhance its reputation.

Forms

prestige

prestigious adjective — Widely respected and admired for excellence.

Similar words

status
Emphasizes social or professional rank, not necessarily earned respect.
renown
Emphasizes being widely known and admired for achievements.
esteem
Emphasizes respect for someone rather than that person's public standing.