Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun cachet

3 senses of cachet

Sense 1
cachet, seal, seal of approval -- (an indication of approved or superior status)
       => award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels -- (a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery")

Sense 2
cachet, lettre de cachet -- (a warrant formerly issued by a French king who could warrant imprisonment or death in a signed letter under his seal)
       => warrant -- (a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts)

Sense 3
cachet -- (a seal on a letter)
       => seal, stamp -- (a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents)