reputable

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

Synonyms of reputable

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

Examples of reputable in a Sentence

make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer

Recent Examples on the Web

Check your local humane shelter or reputable breeders in your area. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026

LaNasa’s work has been published in several reputable design titles, including Coastal Living Magazine, Traditional Home, Cottages and Bungalows, and a few newspapers. —Sam Reed, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2026

From a reputable air purifier that doubles as a sunrise alarm clock to an ergonomic pillow designed for side sleepers, here’s what’s worth checking out this weekend. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2026

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Word History

First Known Use

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