Honour vs. Prestige — What's the Difference?

Respect that is given to someone who is admired for their integrity.

The high standing among peers in a particular field or environment.

A privilege or recognition of one's moral uprightness.

Influence or power arising from elevated status or reputation.

A distinction that implies a sense of ethical conduct.

Associated with the upper levels of a particular hierarchy.

The quality of knowing and doing what is morally right.

Widespread respect and admiration felt for someone due to their status or achievements.

Fulfillment of an obligation in a morally upright way.

Recognition or respect made evident by awards or accolades.

Honour (British English) or honor (American English; see spelling differences) is the idea of a bond between an individual and a society as a quality of a person that is both of social teaching and of personal ethos, that manifests itself as a code of conduct, and has various elements such as valour, chivalry, honesty, and compassion. It is an abstract concept entailing a perceived quality of worthiness and respectability that affects both the social standing and the self-evaluation of an individual or institution such as a family, school, regiment or nation.

The level of respect at which a person or thing is regarded by others; standing

High respect; great esteem

Good reputation; honor

The quality of knowing and doing what is morally right

Great respect or importance

Something regarded as a rare opportunity and bringing pride and pleasure; a privilege

The quality of how good the reputation of something or someone is, how favourably something or someone is regarded.

An ace, king, queen, jack, or ten.

Delusion; illusion; trick.

Regard with great respect

Regarded as relatively prestigious; often, considered the standard language or language variety, or a part of such a variety.

Fulfil (an obligation) or keep (an agreement)

(video games) To start over at an earlier point in a video game with some type of bonus or reward.

Variant of honor.

Delusion; illusion; trick.

(uncountable) recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration of someone, usually for being morally upright or successful.

Weight or influence derived from past success; expectation of future achievements founded on those already accomplished; force or charm derived from acknowledged character or reputation.

(uncountable) The state of being morally upright, honest, noble, virtuous, and magnanimous; excellence of character; the perception of such a state; favourable reputation; dignity.

A high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.;

A privilege.

(in the plural) The privilege of going first.

(golf) The right to play one's ball before one's opponent.

A cause of respect and fame; a glory; an excellency; an ornament.

(feudal law) A seigniory or lordship held of the king, on which other lordships and manors depended.

In bridge, an ace, king, queen, jack, or ten especially of the trump suit. In some other games, an ace, king, queen or jack.

(in the plural) (Courses for) an honours degree: a university qualification of the highest rank.

Standard spelling of honor

Same as honor; - chiefly British usage.

The state of being honored

A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction;

The quality of being honorable and having a good name;

A woman's virtue or chastity

Bestow honor or rewards upon;

Show respect towards;

Accept as pay;

Yes, a person can be highly honorable without having prestige if their moral actions haven't gained public recognition.

Yes, prestige can diminish if the achievements or status that conferred it are overshadowed or forgotten.

Often, but not exclusively; it can also arise from societal influence or familial lineage.

Cultural values deeply influence what is considered honorable, though basic principles of ethics are generally universal.

Honour relates to moral integrity and respect, while prestige involves status and admiration from achievements.

Yes, both can be recognized through formal ceremonies or public acknowledgements.

Honour drives ethical behavior, while prestige may affect one’s career opportunities and influence.

Through acts that demonstrate integrity, honesty, and fulfilling commitments.

Typically through notable achievements, recognition in one’s field, or accumulation of power and influence.

Yes, a loss of honour can negatively impact one’s reputation and thus diminish their prestige.