n. [ F., fr. L. praestigum delusion, illusion, praestigae deceptions, jugglers' tricks, prob. fr. prae before + the root of stinguere to extinguish, originally, to prick. See Stick, v. ] 1. Delusion; illusion; trick. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
The sophisms of infidelity, and the prestiges of imposture. Bp. Warburton. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. 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. “The prestige of his name must go for something.” Sir G. C. Lewis. [ 1913 Webster ]
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