Synonyms of reputation

reputation

noun

ˌre-pyə-ˈtā-shən 

as in repute

overall quality as seen or judged by people in general

the college's athletic department has a good reputation, but the school's science facilities are a bit lacking

Synonyms & Similar Words

• repute
• name
• fame
• character
• report
• notoriety
• rep
• odor
• mark
• renown
• credit
• honor
• note
• image
• admiration
• celebrity
• regard
• persona
• reverence

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• shame
• disgrace
• infamy
• dishonor
• reproach
• disrepute
• discredit
• odium
• ignominy
• opprobrium
• obloquy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of reputation

The college has built its reputation with practical programs; it’s known for its business administration and computer information majors, the latter with a cybersecurity focus. — Asia Alexander, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Chicago is, to its core, a music city, with a heritage that extends far beyond the reputation of, say, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. — Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026

Vea also has a reputation for high character and leadership skills, serving as a defensive captain for the Bucs since 2022. — Sam Warren, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

If not, the company does not merely have a reputation problem. — Keith Krach, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2026

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