national prestige
A nation's glory
National prestige is a country's reputation for power, influence, and achievement in the eyes of other nations.
Governments pursue it through military strength, economic success, scientific advances, or cultural exports.
The space race was largely about national prestige.
Hosting the Olympics boosted the nation's prestige.
Critics note that prestige projects often serve leaders' egos more than citizens' needs.
- flagCloth symbol or signal
- heritageInherited cultural legacy
- honorHigh regard, moral dignity
- prideSatisfaction from one's achievements
- diplomacyNegotiation between nations
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