cachet

/kæʃeɪ/; French /kaʃe/

Definitions

1. noun

a mark of distinction or prestige, especially one that is obtained by association with a famous or influential person or group

“The hotel’s luxurious decor and high-end clientele gave it a certain cachet among locals and tourists alike.”

2. noun

a small piece of wax or other material attached to an official document, such as a letter or envelope, to authenticate it

“The letter had a red cachet in the top right corner to verify its authenticity.”

3. verb

to give (something) a mark of distinction or prestige

“The designer’s collaboration with a famous artist cacheted the brand’s image in the fashion world.”

Synonyms

  • distinction
  • prestige
  • status

Antonyms

  • commonness
  • obscenity
  • ordinariness