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reputable
adjective rep·u·ta·ble \ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl\
: respected and trusted by most people : having a good reputation
Full Definition of REPUTABLE
1
: enjoying good repute : held in esteem
2
: employed widely or sanctioned by good writers
— rep·u·ta·bil·i·ty \ˌre-pyə-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
— rep·u·ta·bly \ˈre-pyə-tə-blē\ adverb
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First Known Use of REPUTABLE
1662
Related to REPUTABLE
- Synonyms
- esteemed, estimable, name, prestigious, recognized, respectable, reputed, respected
- Antonyms
- disreputable
REPUTABILITY Defined for Kids
reputable
adjective rep·u·ta·ble \ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl\
Definition of REPUTABLE for Kids
: having a good reputation <a reputable business>
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