prestige

noun

Definition of prestigenext
as in status
the respect and admiration that someone or something gets for being successful or important Her career as a diplomat has brought her enormous prestige. The job has low pay and low prestige.

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How is the word prestige distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of prestige are authority, credit, influence, and weight. While all these words mean "power exerted over the minds or behavior of others," prestige implies the ascendancy given by conspicuous excellence or reputation for superiority.

the prestige of the newspaper

When would authority be a good substitute for prestige?

While the synonyms authority and prestige are close in meaning, authority implies the power of winning devotion or allegiance or of compelling acceptance and belief.

his opinions lacked authority

When is credit a more appropriate choice than prestige?

In some situations, the words credit and prestige are roughly equivalent. However, credit suggests influence that arises from the confidence of others.

his credit with the press

Where would influence be a reasonable alternative to prestige?

While in some cases nearly identical to prestige, influence may apply to a force exercised and received consciously or unconsciously.

used her influence to get the bill passed

In what contexts can weight take the place of prestige?

Although the words weight and prestige have much in common, weight implies measurable or decisive influence in determining acts or choices.

their wishes obviously carried much weight

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of prestige Its prestige has been solidified by hosting 50 editions of the Memorial Tournament, as well as other premier events, including the 1987 Ryder Cup and the 1998 Solheim Cup. —Julio Cesar Valdera Morales, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025 The club’s historical prestige could not be parlayed into a better future. —Carl Anka, New York Times, 22 May 2025 These collaborations often blend Apple’s technological innovation with the artisanal craftsmanship and brand prestige of high-end fashion houses. —Alex Levin, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 Whereas some prestige Emmy contenders only air 7-10 episodes every few years, the medical genre is built on dependable annual runs and sizable episode orders that fortify audience loyalty. —Hunter Ingram, Variety, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for prestige
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestige
  1. status
  2. fame
  3. notoriety
  4. renown
  5. prominence
  6. value
  7. importance
  8. stature
Noun
  • Getting players out the door, however, may not be so easy, especially as this most recent promotion will have led to wages rising to reflect the club’s Championship status.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 28 May 2025
  • The Florida Department of Health did not respond to a request for comment on the status of its HIV prevention programs.
    — Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2025
Definition of status
Noun
  • Earlier, Meloni rose to fame as criminal Chris Keller in the HBO prison drama Oz.
    — Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • In the second of a series of three excerpts that will run in The Courant on successive Sundays, Calhoun describes his relationship with Caron Butler, who came from a troubled past to find fame and fortune in the NBA, with UConn as the bridge.
    — Jim Calhoun with Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2025
Definition of fame
Noun
  • The trading card featuring New York Knicks guard Mark Jackson, obtained by Fox News Digital, gained notoriety after eagle-eyed collectors noticed that the Menendez brothers were sitting in a pair of floor seats at the game.
    — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 25 May 2025
  • The film will be Pillsbury’s on-screen debut, and comes as he’s gained notoriety following the release of his album Kansas Anymore last July.
    — Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2025
Definition of notoriety
Noun
  • Despite Fox’s renown for torching opportunities, Rossiter and Fox worked hard to get labels’ attention in the ’90s, to no avail.
    — Nate Rogers, Vulture, 22 May 2025
  • Hoping to capitalize on its renown, Vivienne Westwood staged its first bridal fashion show as part of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week on Thursday.
    — Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Definition of renown
Noun
  • Punk began by acknowledging the tattoo's prominence over his career.
    — Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
  • Idaho is one of the most seismically active states in the country, and Central Idaho has gained prominence in recent years as a particularly active area.
    — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 3 June 2025
Definition of prominence
Noun
  • Perplexity, which is currently fundraising at a $14 billion valuation, has shown strong interest in the smartphone market and understanding of the value of being a default AI service.
    — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 6 June 2025
  • And while the value of Red No. 3 itself may be up for debate, one thing is increasingly clear: To succeed in the modern economic and regulatory landscape, businesses need to be agile.
    — Stephen DeAngelis, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Definition of value
Noun
  • Nevertheless, the intersection of these two fields is growing in importance and deserves serious attention from business leaders, engineers and investors.
    — Paul Lipman, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
  • Given the importance of timely loc upkeep, clients may feel pressured to accept whatever slot is offered, even at unusual hours.
    — Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
Definition of importance
Noun
  • Meteora, its follow-up, is also growing in stature.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
  • With her bright white skirt hitting mid-thigh in front, her sleek leather boots were on full display, boasting a pointed toe, leg-hugging shaft and simple block heel, which offered the Hey Dude ambassador (who mentioned her short stature to FN) a boost in height.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Definition of stature

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