Repute: meaning, definitions and examples

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repute

[ rɪˈpjuːt ]

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in society

The opinion generally held of someone or something; the state of being generally regarded in a particular way.

Synonyms

esteem, reputation, standing

Examples of usage

Her honesty and integrity have earned her a good repute in the community.
The company's repute for quality products has attracted many loyal customers.

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as

To consider or believe someone or something to be in a particular way.

Synonyms

believe, consider, regard

Examples of usage

He is reputed to be the best chef in town.
The hotel is reputed to have the best spa services in the region.

Translations

Translations of the word "repute" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reputação

🇮🇳 प्रतिष्ठा

🇩🇪 Ruf

🇮🇩 reputasi

🇺🇦 репутація

🇵🇱 reputacja

🇯🇵 評判 (ひょうばん)

🇫🇷 réputation

🇪🇸 reputación

🇹🇷 itibar

🇰🇷 평판 (pyeongpan)

🇸🇦 سمعة

🇨🇿 pověst

🇸🇰 povesť

🇨🇳 名誉 (míngyù)

🇸🇮 ugled

🇮🇸 orðspor

🇰🇿 бедел

🇬🇪 რეპუტაცია

🇦🇿 nüfuz

🇲🇽 reputación

Word origin

The word 'repute' originated from the Latin word 'reputare', which means 'to think over, consider'. It entered the English language in the late 15th century with the meaning of 'esteem, reputation'. Over time, 'repute' has come to be associated with the general opinion or reputation of someone or something in society.