ESTEEMING Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

esteeming

verb

present participle of esteem

as in considering

to think of in a particular way I had esteemed the whole affair to be a colossal waste of time

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as in admiring

to think very highly or favorably of although the works of the Impressionist painters are esteemed today, they met with scorn when they were introduced

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as in believing

to have as an opinion I should have esteemed it most unlikely that their marriage had any chance of success

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Verb

There are also two off-site restaurants worth considering, both reachable on foot or via the hotel’s tuk-tuk.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
But according to multiple reports, including the Associated Press, Blackburn is not considering tapping Hegseth.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of considering

Verb

The admiring portrait also examines Capra’s political timidity and broken collaborations, while showing how his films shaped Hollywood and Americans’ ideas about themselves.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
At the opening reception of the exhibit, Caton Vance is admiring Tyler's work.

— Sea Stachura, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of admiring

Verb

There was a freedom in not yet believing that every empty patch of time had to be put to some use.

— Sonal Nain, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026
Michael Steel traveled from Ventura County hoping for an upset victory Tuesday, believing his candidate struck enough of a bipartisan tone to win.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of believing

Verb

Wednesday’s filing is the latest in Black’s legal dispute regarding Epstein.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2026
But rising concerns regarding affordability and data centers boosted the campaign of Acton and running mate David Pepper, the former chair of the Ohio Democratic Party.

— Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of regarding

Verb

The fable emphasizes the importance of valuing and respecting all members of a community, regardless of size, background or abilities.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
Always conscious of respecting her subject’s well-being, Cilkova Andrsova at one point asked her team to stop filming after Vrankova struggled with several falls.

— Will Tizard, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of respecting

Verb

As chlorophyll fades and the brilliant hues of sugar maples, ginkgoes, oaks and more illuminate the horizon, fall gently seduces us into thinking all is beautiful and peaceful.

— Carl R. Gold, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2026
After spending about $20 on two drinks, Rossbach started thinking about how Mixly’s flavors could work in dirty sodas, too.

— Julia Fields FOX News may be compensated for, or earn a commission if you buy through, our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of thinking

Verb

Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna defeated challenger and former Sheriff Alex Villanueva by a wide margin in his bid for reelection Tuesday, with the Associated Press calling the race Tuesday night for the incumbent.

— Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
Biss, however, said he is appalled by these actions and policies, calling them unconstitutional.

— Russell Lissau, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of calling

Verb

The person behind the picture The appeal of human craftsmanship goes beyond appreciating how many hours something took.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026
Gilbert described that assignment as a casual acquaintance asking his father to voice a cartoon, without Danny meaningfully appreciating the companies involved.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of appreciating

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