Reputable: meaning, definitions and examples

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reputable

 

[ ˈrɛpjʊtəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

business

Having a good reputation, trustworthy, respected.

Synonyms

reliable, respected, trustworthy

Examples of usage

  • The company is known for its reputable services.
  • She is a reputable lawyer with many successful cases.
  • The reputable brand has been in the market for decades.
  • I only buy products from reputable stores.
  • Reputable companies prioritize customer satisfaction.
Context #2 | Adjective

general

Considered to be respectable or honorable by society.

Synonyms

esteemed, honorable, respectable

Examples of usage

  • He comes from a reputable family in our community.
  • The school is reputable for its academic excellence.
  • Being a reputable member of society requires honesty and integrity.

Translations

Translations of the word "reputable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respeitável

🇮🇳 प्रतिष्ठित (Pratiṣṭhit)

🇩🇪 angesehen

🇮🇩 terkemuka

🇺🇦 шанований

🇵🇱 reputowany

🇯🇵 評判の良い (Hyōban no yoi)

🇫🇷 réputé

🇪🇸 reputado

🇹🇷 saygın

🇰🇷 평판이 좋은 (Pyeongpan-i joh-eun)

🇸🇦 ذو سمعة جيدة (Dhu sum'at jayyida)

🇨🇿 uznávaný

🇸🇰 uznávaný

🇨🇳 声誉好的 (Shēngyù hǎo de)

🇸🇮 ugleden

🇮🇸 virtur

🇰🇿 беделді

🇬🇪 საპატიო (sap'atio)

🇦🇿 nüfuzlu

🇲🇽 reputado

Etymology

The word 'reputable' originated from the late Middle English 'reputable' or 'reputabel', which means worthy of respect. It is derived from the Latin word 'reputabilis', from 'reputare' meaning 'to think over'. The term has evolved over time to signify trustworthiness and respectability in various contexts.

See also: disreputable, disreputably, disrepute, reputation, reputed.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,055, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.