prestige
/preˈsti:ʒ; prɛs`tiʒ/ n[U]
1 respect based on good reputation, past achievements, etc 威望; 威信
lose/regain prestige 失去[恢复]威望
He suffered a loss of prestige when the scandal was publicized. 这件丑事公开後他便威信扫地.
2 power to impress others, esp as a result of wealth, distinction, glamour, etc 影响力
have, enjoy, earn prestige in the community 在社会上很有影响
[attrib 作定语]
the prestige value of owning a Rolls Royce 拥有劳斯?莱斯汽车的威风.