Esteeming: meaning, definitions and examples

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esteeming

 

[ ɪˈstiːmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in relationships

To have a high regard for someone; to respect or admire someone greatly. It involves recognizing their worth and showing appreciation for them.

Synonyms

admire, appreciate, respect, value.

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Word Description / Examples
esteeming

Used in formal or literary contexts to denote deep admiration or respect, often for someone's qualities, abilities, or achievements.

  • Her colleagues are esteeming her for her tireless dedication to the project.
  • He is deeply esteemed within the academic community.
admire

Used to express liking or approval of someone or something, often for their qualities, achievements, or appearance. It can be used in both casual and formal situations.

  • I really admire her artistic talents.
  • Visitors to the museum greatly admired the ancient artifacts.
respect

Used in a wide range of contexts to indicate the high regard or consideration for someone, often because of their qualities, status, or age. It can be used both formally and informally.

  • Children should always respect their elders.
  • He earned the respect of his peers through hard work and dedication.
value

Used to indicate the regard for the importance, worth, or usefulness of someone or something. Commonly used in both personal and professional contexts.

  • I value honesty above all other traits.
  • The company values innovative thinking and creativity.
appreciate

Used to express recognition and gratitude for something or someone. It's commonly used in casual to formal contexts.

  • I really appreciate your help with the project.
  • He appreciated the warm welcome he received at the event.

Examples of usage

  • He is always esteeming his colleagues for their hard work.
  • She is highly esteemed in the community for her charitable work.
  • I have always esteemed my grandparents for their wisdom and guidance.
Context #2 | Verb

self-worth

To hold oneself in high regard; to have a positive opinion of oneself. It involves recognizing one's own value and worth.

Synonyms

appreciate, cherish, prize, value.

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prize

Often used to indicate that something is highly valued, sometimes with the implication of it being rare or difficult to obtain.

  • He prizes his collection of rare stamps.
  • Her opinion is highly prized by the team.
cherish

Typically used to convey a deep emotional attachment or affection towards someone or something, often with a connotation of warmth and love.

  • I will always cherish the memories of our time together.
  • He cherishes his childhood toys.
appreciate

Commonly used to express gratitude or recognition of someone's effort or the value of something.

  • I really appreciate your help with the project.
  • She appreciates fine wine and art.
value

Generally used in both personal and professional contexts to indicate the importance or worth of someone or something.

  • I value our friendship deeply.
  • The company values innovative ideas and teamwork.

Examples of usage

  • It is important to esteem yourself and not let others bring you down.
  • She has learned to esteem herself and her abilities.
  • He struggled with self-esteem issues but is now learning to value himself.

Translations

Translations of the word "esteeming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estimando

🇮🇳 सम्मानित करना

🇩🇪 schätzend

🇮🇩 menghargai

🇺🇦 цінування

🇵🇱 szacowanie

🇯🇵 尊重する (sonchō suru)

🇫🇷 estimant

🇪🇸 estimando

🇹🇷 değer verme

🇰🇷 존중하는 (jonjung haneun)

🇸🇦 تقدير (taqdeer)

🇨🇿 oceňování

🇸🇰 oceňovanie

🇨🇳 尊敬 (zūnjìng)

🇸🇮 cenjenje

🇮🇸 virðing

🇰🇿 құрмет көрсету

🇬🇪 პატივისცემა (pat'ivists'ema)

🇦🇿 hörmət etmək

🇲🇽 estimando

Etymology

The word 'esteeming' comes from the Old French word 'estimer', which means 'to estimate or appraise'. Over time, it evolved to also include the sense of 'regard highly or prize'. The concept of esteeming others and oneself has been a fundamental aspect of human relationships and self-worth throughout history, with various cultures emphasizing the importance of respect and appreciation.

See also: esteem, esteemed, estimable.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,143 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.