GRE Word List

PRESTIGE

standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion

The meaning of the word prestige is standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion.

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dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
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stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
gruela thin porridge
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past