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- DictionaryPres·tige/preˈstē(d)ZH/
noun
- 1. widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something on the basis of a perception of their achievements or quality: "he experienced a tremendous increase in prestige following his victory"
To remember this word think about pres- — people or things with prestige often are covered by the press. Definitions of prestige. noun. a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc. “he wanted to achieve power and prestige ”. synonyms: prestigiousness. see more.
2 days ago · prestige in American English. (preˈstiʒ, -ˈstidʒ) noun. 1. reputation or influence arising from success, achievement, rank, or other favorable attributes. 2. distinction or reputation attaching to a person or thing and thus possessing a cachet for others or for the public.
1. The level of respect at which a person or thing is regarded by others; standing: an act that boosted his prestige; a job with low prestige. 2. Good reputation; honor: Her accomplishments lent a lot of prestige to the college. 3. Great respect or importance: Doctors are usually treated with prestige.
noun [ U ] uk / presˈtiːʒ / us. Add to word list. If someone or something has prestige, people feel respect and admiration for them, often because they are successful: His company has gained international prestige. prestigious. adjective uk / presˈtɪdʒəs / us. respected and admired, usually because of being important: a prestigious award.
prestige. noun. /preˈstiːʒ/. /preˈstiːʒ/. [uncountable] the respect and value that somebody/something has because of their social position, or what they have done synonym status. personal prestige. There is a lot of prestige attached to owning a car like this. jobs with low prestige.
noun. The power to impress or influence, as because of success, wealth, etc. Webster's New World. The level of respect at which a person or thing is regarded by others; standing. An act that boosted his prestige; a job with low prestige. American Heritage. Reputation based on brilliance of achievement, character, etc.; renown. Webster's New World.
From Longman Business Dictionary pres‧tige /preˈstiːʒ/ noun [ uncountable] the respect and importance a person, organization, profession, or product has because of their success and high quality The bank lost both money and prestige as a result of the transaction. Revlon launched a comprehensive marketing program for its prestige brands.
