the quality that earns or deserves respect

excellence, nobility

the respect that results from the good reputation (of a person, nation etc) and power or influence coming from this

fame, influence

a large sea-animal with short fur and wide flippers; a piece of wax, lead etc stamped with a design, attached to a document to show that it is genuine, or to a letter, packet, box, bottle, door etc to show that it has not been opened; something used to make an opening airtight or watertight

authentication; stamp

a person's legal, social or professional position in relation to others

rank