prestige

Synonym Chooser

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 These top leadership posts confer prestige, power and a big paycheck. Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025 Cheating, exploitation, performative metrics and prestige obsession cannot go unchallenged. MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025 The psychological impact of recognition creates a halo effect, where the award’s prestige influences guest perceptions across all touchpoints. Ascend Agency, Oc Register, 21 Oct. 2025 Such lofty throughlines are an important element of HBO prestige dramas and great crime thrillers. Grace Byron, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for prestige
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prestige
Noun
  • Then, within 24 hours of being at the lot, Beach said, their homelessness status will be verified by Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services and they’ll be placed on a priority wait list for a spot at a family shelter.
    Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
  • What followed solidified Bentley’s status as a luxury automotive powerhouse.
    Sean Evans, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Elordi was among the stable of young stars who shot to fame when Euphoria premiered on HBO in 2019.
    Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
  • But aspiring for fame alone, Green cautions, isn’t a strategy.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Years before gaining notoriety as a movie star through his role in one of the most successful film franchises in history, Ludacris was simply another artist on the grind trying to figure it out.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Oct. 2025
  • In performances at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City, the musical follows killers Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two murderesses who use their criminal notoriety to find fame in the Vaudeville circuit.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The hefty shoes were emblematic of the brand’s renown within streetwear circles, prized for its oversize outerwear, slogan knits and distressed jeans.
    Miles Socha, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
  • With the international renown of the kidnap and the constant pressure from Catriona’s father, Sir Broderick Grant (James Cosmo), the team take on the biggest challenge of their careers to date.
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Naroditsky, who grew up in the Bay Area, first rose to prominence in the chess community at a young age, winning the Under 12 section of the World Youth Chess Championship in 2007.
    Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Gatsby simply couldn’t have existed without Long Island, and the prominence of the novel’s location was noted from the day of publication, as Anne Margaret Daniel illustrates in her article on the author and his relationship with the New Yorker magazine.
    JSTOR Daily, JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • After evaluating nine different pairs for comfort, support, and value, the Hoka Mach 6 Sneakers proved to be the best for everyday wear.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Even more suggestive of charter value, Rick Ware and Legacy Motor Club have battled in court over the sale of a charter for $45 million.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In the wake of the gambling scandal sweeping the NBA this week, the NFL sent out two memos — the subject of one was league and club staff, and the other was players — both obtained by The Athletic, to remind players, coaches and league personnel of the importance of adhering to its gambling policy.
    Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The images reminded him of the importance of travel and capturing the special moments and experiences along the way.
    Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The other question revolves around how the centers fare when guarding players of their stature who like to play more on the perimeter.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Elegant tributes to Blanc’s vision and the stature the city of Hyères gained under his watch were offered by Pascale Mussard, president of the Villa Noailles association; Jean-Pierre Giran, the mayor of Hyères; and Pascal Morand, the executive president of the FCHM.
    Vogue, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025

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“Prestige.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prestige. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.

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