Datuk is a term commonly used in Malaysia and Indonesia to refer to a person of high social status or honorific title. Synonyms for the word datuk include titles such as Dato', Datuk Seri, Datuk Sri, Datuk Paduka, and Datukship. These titles are often conferred upon individuals who have achieved significant success in their respective fields, or who have made notable contributions to their communities or the country as a whole. The term datuk is widely used in both formal and informal settings, and is often seen as a mark of prestige and respectability in Malaysian and Indonesian society.