Reputed: meaning, definitions and examples

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reputed

[ rɪˈpjuːtɪd ]

^{Context #1}

well-known

having a good reputation; well thought of; known for being honest, reliable, or skilled

Synonyms

esteemed, renowned, respected

Examples of usage

He is a reputed expert in the field of archaeology.
The company has a reputed history of delivering high-quality products.

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alleged

said or believed by many people, but not definitely known to be true

Synonyms

presumed, purported, supposed

Examples of usage

The reputed leader of the gang was finally captured by the police.
The reputed thief denied all allegations against him.

Translations

Translations of the word "reputed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reputado

🇮🇳 प्रतिष्ठित

🇩🇪 angesehen

🇮🇩 terkenal

🇺🇦 відомий

🇵🇱 ceniony

🇯🇵 評判の

🇫🇷 réputé

🇪🇸 reputado

🇹🇷 itibarlı

🇰🇷 평판이 좋은

🇸🇦 مشهور

🇨🇿 uznávaný

🇸🇰 uznávaný

🇨🇳 著名的

🇸🇮 ugleden

🇮🇸 virtur

🇰🇿 беделді

🇬🇪 დამკვიდრებული

🇦🇿 məşhur

🇲🇽 reputado

Word origin

The word 'reputed' originated from the Latin word 'reputare', which means 'to think over, consider'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century with the meaning 'held in general opinion, considered'. Over time, it developed two main senses: one related to having a good reputation, and the other to being alleged or rumored. 'Reputed' has been used in literature and formal writing to convey both positive and speculative connotations.