Cachet

/kæˈʃeɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A mark or quality that indicates prestige or excellence.
The new restaurant has a cachet that attracts many celebrities.
A commemorative official seal or emblem.
The cachet on the envelope signified its importance.
A distinctive design or feature in philately; a printed design on an envelope or card.
The first day cover featured a beautiful cachet celebrating the new stamp's release.

Etymology

French, from 'cachet' meaning a seal or stamp.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cachet of authority:
A mark of official endorsement or command.
social cachet:
Status or distinction in social settings.
cachet of exclusivity:
The prestige associated with being exclusive.

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Slang Meanings

Having social or cultural clout.
This club has a lot of cachet; everyone wants to get in.
Trendy or fashionable.
That new designer has a cachet that's hard to beat.