reputable

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adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl 

1

: enjoying good repute : held in esteem

a reputable source/company/brand

2

dated : employed widely or sanctioned by good writers

reputability

ˌre-pyə-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

reputably

ˈre-pyə-tə-blē 

adverb

reputability

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noun

rep·​u·​ta·​bil·​i·​ty ˌrepyətəˈbilətē 

-pyətə-, 

-lətē, 

-i, 

chiefly in substandard speech -pə-

: the quality or state of being reputable

conspicuous consumption … is a means of reputability to the gentleman of leisure

—Thorstein Veblen

Synonyms of reputable

Adjective

• respected
• respectable
• prestigious
• reputed
• esteemed
• renowned

Examples of reputable in a Sentence

Adjective

make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

If in doubt, replace them, though be sure to only buy eclipse glasses from reputable manufacturers featured on the American Astronomical Society’s Suppliers of Safe Solar Viewers & Filters webpage. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

There are several other reputable pet first aid courses available online as well. — Cathy M. Rosenthal, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026

Travelers should choose reputable operators that follow codes of conduct, including no-touch rules and swimmer distance limits, and check seasonal timing carefully before booking since the animals move with the plankton. — Ashley Lynch july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

These companies are reputable among investors and have a longstanding industry presence. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for reputable

• disreputable

Kids Definition

reputable

adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈrep-yət-ə-bəl 

: having a good reputation : respectable

reputability

ˌrep-yət-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun

reputably

ˈrep-yət-ə-blē 

adverb