cachet

noun

Definition of cachetnext
as in prestige
a characteristic or quality that confers the favorable regard or respect of people a movie director with great artistic cachet social cachet

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Recent Examples of cachet The fact that a player of Rutschman’s cachet was moved within the division was perhaps the least shocking thing about this deal. — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 This time, she’s named Faye Heron, an Emmy-winning Hollywood multi-hyph who found cachet while working on one of those edgy premium dramedies that probably aired on HBO. — Whitney Friedlander, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026 Repetto, meanwhile, may be slightly less familiar outside fashion circles, but its cultural cachet runs deep. — Augustine Hammond, Vogue, 13 July 2026 The results suggest that today’s shoppers aren’t following badge brand cachet. — Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cachet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cachet
  1. prestige
  2. stature
  3. position
  4. status
  5. fame
  6. significance
  7. value
  8. power
Noun
  • Exclusion generates the prestige toward which unpaid labors strive.
    — M. C. Mah, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Though legacy media and prestige stops have not disappeared, press in 2026 is ever-changing.
    — Partner Content, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of prestige
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  • Haaland was one of the top scorers and most charismatic players at the World Cup held in Mexico, the United States, and Canada, and his imposing stature and goofy sense of humor sparked a wave of creative viral videos and memes.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
  • In another part of the video, shot from a different angle, he is seen on the other side of the truck, screaming profanities as another person, much smaller in stature, walks up with a child and is seen putting things inside the pickup truck.
    — Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of stature
Noun
  • The vessel had switched off its AIS transponder, a marine radio device that broadcasts a ship’s identity, speed, course and position.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Prior to the 10th, the Angels had only one runner in scoring position all night, in the second inning.
    — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026
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  • The fees for Morgan Rogers, Elliot Anderson, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali total over £400m, with that quartet leaving behind talismanic status at their old sides to chase silverware at the traditional ‘Big Six’ teams.
    — George Edwards, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Manley, though, was more circumspect about Wasserman Schultz’s status as the favorite.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of status
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  • But their recent social media fame has also brought claims about what eating them can do for your skin.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Based on the overwhelming outpouring of love for Jackie, there was obviously a beautiful side to her fame, Seidman said.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of fame
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  • Keep it up Keeping in mind that the Chiefs chose not to play several players of significance in their first preseason game, their two best players were rookie running back Emmett Johnson on offense and safety Jaden Hicks on defense.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Two intense races are at the top of the ticket, and the results will not only hold significance for Georgians at home, but also for Georgia's representation in Congress.
    — Irene Wright, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of significance
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  • The latter goal is in line with the growing African movement to reduce raw minerals exports in favor of local value addition.
    — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The lawsuit joins a broader debate on the value of wearable devices to track human health.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of value
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  • The park still doesn’t have power, internet or phone lines after Lala swept by last week, and many of its employees are still recovering from the storm.
    — Tyler Ory, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The events have all had a Trumpian flair, featuring appearances from his friends and the aim of showcasing spectacle, Americana and power.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
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