Definition

The quality of having a high status or being respected and admired by many people.

Example

The prestigiousness of the university attracts students from all over the world.

Conversation

Did you hear about the prestigiousness of that university in our town?

Yeah, everyone is talking about how hard it is to get in!

I wonder if it really makes a difference in job opportunities.

Absolutely! Graduating from a school with such prestigiousness opens many doors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prestigiousness → It is formed from "prestigious" (from Latin "praestigiosus", meaning full of tricks or illusions) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "prestigiousness" refers to the state of having prestige or being highly regarded.

Memory Tip

Think of 'prestigious' as being full of 'tricks' or 'illusions' that impress others, and '-ness' indicates a state. This helps you remember that prestigiousness means the quality of being highly esteemed.

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