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

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

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

That approach continues to attract interest from respected investors and business leaders around the world. — Alex Sherman,jessica Golden, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026

His maturity enabled him to evolve into a respected player in the locker room. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

Dale lives with Duvall’s Joseph Palmer, a respected Indiana judge who gets arrested for a fatal hit-and-run accident. — Shelby Stivale, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026

Kersten remains a respected figure in France, where his story became the stuff of World War Two legend thanks to the 1960 book ‘The Man with the Miraculous Hands’ by David Kessel. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026

The newer yachts have Technogym equipment, bringing another respected Italian luxury and performance brand into the fitness spaces. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Verb

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

These developments coincided with his growing voice in the locker room, where he was respected enough to yell, beat his chest and smack his helmet without repercussions. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

But Jeanie is also widely respected for her business acumen and amenable leadership style within league circles. — Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Phone tracking is a useful tool, but personal boundaries are necessary and should be respected. — Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026

My own experience as an early childhood teacher in a Title One school is first creating a safe environment, where children are taught how to express themselves and be respected by everyone. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

Her work in the area is widely respected across Lebanon’s media landscape. — Kareem Chehayeb, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Sometimes, Pisces are unaware of the TLC surrounding them, only to learn that they are revered and respected. — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Public safety works best when every community member feels respected, heard and confident their Sheriff’s Office serves everyone fairly. — Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 5 Aug. 2026