Meaning
名望 refers to someone's reputation or social standing built on their achievements, character, or contributions. It carries a positive connotation and implies respect and recognition from others. This word is commonly used in formal contexts when discussing public figures, scholars, or accomplished individuals.
Usage
名望 is a relatively formal term, more common in written language, news, or formal speech than everyday conversation. It often appears in discussions about academics, artists, business leaders, or historical figures. When describing someone with high prestige, you might say they have 很高的名望 (very high prestige) or 享有盛名望 (enjoy great renown).
Examples
- 01这位教授在学术界享有很高的名望。.This professor enjoys very high prestige in academic circles.
- 02他用毕生精力建立了自己的名望。.He spent his entire life building his reputation.
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Common collocations
- 享有名望to enjoy prestige
- 名望很高to have high prestige
- 建立名望to establish reputation
- 国际名望international reputation
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 名 (name/reputation) with 望 (to look toward/respect). Together they create the meaning of a reputation that others look up to or respect.