pres·tige /prɛˈstiʒ, ˈstiʤ/
聲望,威望,威信
Pres·tige n.
1. Delusion; illusion; trick. [Obs.]
The sophisms of infidelity, and the prestiges of imposture. --Bp. Warburton.
2. Weight or influence derived from past success; expectation of future achievements founded on those already accomplished; force or charm derived from acknowledged character or reputation. “The prestige of his name must go for something.”
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prestige
n : a high standing achieved through success or influence or
wealth etc.; "he wanted to achieve power and prestige"
[syn: prestigiousness]