prestige

noun

UK/presˈtiːʒ/
US/presˈtiːʒ/

Definitions of prestige noun

  1. C1Uncountable(不可數名詞)

    The respect and admiration that someone or something receives because of their reputation for high quality, success, or social influence.

    聲譽;威望

    • The university enjoys considerable prestige in academic circles for its excellent research.

      這所大學因其出色的研究而在學術界享有相當的聲望。

    • Winning this award will add to his professional prestige.

      贏得這個獎項將增加他的專業聲望。

    • The restaurant is renowned for its exquisite cuisine and excellent service, earning it considerable prestige.

      這家餐廳以其精緻的美食和優質的服務而聞名,贏得了相當的聲望。

adjective

UK/presˈtiːʒ/
US/presˈtiːʒ/

Definitions of prestige adjective

  1. Before noun(前置形容詞)

    Causing admiration because of being associated with wealth, power or high status.

    有聲望的;顯赫的

    • They live in a prestige location and enjoy a status of prestige.

      他們住在一個有聲望的地區,享有崇高的地位。

    • The star owns a prestige car, showing his prominent status.

      這位明星擁有一輛高檔車,顯示出他顯赫的地位。

    • Working in a high-ranking position at the company is a prestige job.

      在這家公司擔任高層職位是一份有聲望的工作。