High standing is a term that can be used to describe a person or group of people who have achieved a high level of respect and admiration from their peers. PRESTIGE, EMINENT, and EMINENCE are all words that can be used to describe this type of status. PRESTIGE is an 8-letter word that refers to the respect and admiration that someone has earned due to their accomplishments or reputation. EMINENT is a 7-letter word that means famous or distinguished. EMINENCE is an 8-letter word that is used to describe someone who is highly respected and admired.