Meaning & use

prestige

noun·Academic

Widespread respect and admiration resulting from success, achievement, or high status.

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Winning the award brought considerable prestige to the small research university.

The law firm's prestige attracted the most talented graduates each year.

A note on using this word

Prestige is often tied to institutions, careers, or brands, suggesting an earned reputation rather than mere popularity.

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Words with an opposite meaning

disgraceinfamy

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