Synonyms of respected

respected 1 of 2

adjective

as in respectable

having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge

a respected oncologist whose reputation brought her patients from all over the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

• respectable
• reputable
• prestigious
• esteemed
• recognized
• reputed
• distinguished
• renowned
• estimable
• name
• prominent
• honorable
• worthy
• famous
• honored
• famed
• venerable
• celebrated
• creditable
• good
• illustrious
• notable
• praiseworthy
• redoubtable
• well-known

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disreputable
• unknown
• shadowy
• shady
• obscure
• seedy
• undistinguished
• no-name

respected

2 of 2

verb

past tense of respect

as in admired

to think very highly or favorably of

an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike

Synonyms & Similar Words

• admired
• regarded
• appreciated
• praised
• esteemed
• loved
• considered
• revered
• liked
• venerated
• commended
• valued
• enjoyed
• acclaimed
• applauded
• approved
• complimented
• credited
• adored
• reverenced
• relished
• favored
• drank (in)
• idolized
• accredited
• set store by
• delighted (in)
• savored
• worshipped
• cherished
• treasured
• reveled (in)
• hallowed
• fancied
• prized
• grooved (on)
• canonized
• adulated
• deified
• dug
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• detested
• loathed
• abhorred
• dismissed
• disregarded
• execrated
• condemned
• disliked
• abominated
• scorned
• disdained
• disapproved
• frowned (on or upon)
• vilified
• discounted
• deplored
• decried
• discountenanced
• disfavored
• kissed off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of respected

Adjective

And Johnson, as one of the sport’s most respected offensive visionaries, brings a trust factor that generates significant excitement. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Dirden will play Greg Reagan, a respected District Court judge and Anaya’s (Wise) husband. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

His extensive experience, competitive spirit, and respected voice are invaluable in the clubhouse. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

On social media, friends of Hatam remembered her as a highly respected member of the Chicago area motorcycle community, who regularly rides the area roadways during summer nights. — William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

The move sparked weeks of protests from thousands of people across the country, criticizing the removal of the widely respected minister. — CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Tens of thousands thronged Tiananmen Square and surrounding streets in Beijing in 1976, after the death of Zhou Enlai, the People’s Republic’s first and widely respected premier. — Reuters, NBC news, 18 Aug. 2026

And Walt Disney Imagineering has remained one of the most respected corporate creative institutions for a reason. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

The story of a respected doctor discovering that his son has committed a racially motivated murder, his latest was a consensus choice across the festival, also taking the festival’s Junior Jury and Europa Cinemas Label honors. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026

Verb

Carlow's family says the 73-year-old rancher was respected in the Oglala community. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

Carlow’s family says the 73-year-old rancher was respected in the Oglala community. — Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Here, every voice matters, every opinion is to be respected, there is no right or wrong position. — Oline Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026

In a statement at the time, Domenicali said that F1 respected the promoter’s choice to end its run in 2026. — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

Local eco-systems have been respected; a plant nursery on site ensures the development and growth of local species and the preservation of the existing flora and fauna. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

Numerous renowned and highly respected psychiatrists have provided evidence that the president does show signs of dementia, in conjunction with unmistakable traits consistent with malignant narcissism and antisocial personality disorder. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

If a community member asked for silence, those boundaries were respected. — Danielle K. Brown, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026

Being a trans woman is something that is a right and should be respected. — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026