reputable

rep·u·ta·ble

adj \ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl\

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

Examples of REPUTABLE

1. <make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer>

First Known Use of REPUTABLE

1662

Related to REPUTABLE

Synonyms: esteemed, estimable, name, prestigious, recognized, respectable, reputed, respected

Antonyms: disreputable

Related Words: honorable, venerable, worthy; creditable, good, praiseworthy; celebrated, distinguished, famed, famous, honored, illustrious, notable, prominent, redoubtable, renowned, well-known

Near Antonyms: seedy, shadowy, shady; no-name, obscure, undistinguished, unknown

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