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1respectable
adjective re·spect·able \ri-ˈspek-tə-bəl\
: considered to be good, correct, or acceptable : decent or correct in character, behavior, or appearance
: fairly good
Full Definition of RESPECTABLE
2
: decent or correct in character or behavior : proper
3
a : fair in size or quantity <a respectable amount> b : moderately good : tolerable
4
: fit to be seen : presentable <respectable clothes>
— re·spect·abil·i·ty \-ˌspek-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
— re·spect·able·ness \-ˈspek-tə-bəl-nəs\ noun
— re·spect·ably \-blē\ adverb
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First Known Use of RESPECTABLE
1599
Related to RESPECTABLE
- Synonyms
- esteemed, estimable, name, prestigious, recognized, reputable, reputed, respected
- Antonyms
- disreputable
Rhymes with RESPECTABLE
2respectable
noun
Definition of RESPECTABLE
: a respectable person
First Known Use of RESPECTABLE
1814
RESPECTABLY Defined for Kids
respectable
adjective re·spect·able \ri-ˈspek-tə-bəl\
Definition of RESPECTABLE for Kids
1
: decent or correct in conduct : proper <They're respectable people.>
2
: fit to be seen : presentable <Wear something respectable.>
3
: deserving high regard <She acted in a respectable manner.>
4
: fair in size or quantity <We collected a respectable amount.>
— re·spect·ably \-blē\ adverb
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