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

Anchoring coverage since 2013, Rebecca Lowe has become a respected voice from Premier League mornings to Olympic and World Cup broadcasts. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Producers who dedicated much of their careers to Love Productions, the respected company wholly acquired by Sky in 2020. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2026

In an interview with The Washington Post, Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for dialogue. — John Hudson, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2026

Sage is a remarkable talent whose authenticity, voice, and commanding presence have made her one of the most respected and influential personalities in media. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026

By the end of his life, Irving had established himself as a respected biographer and a sometime international diplomat. — Eric Lach, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026

The orchestra is also the only American orchestra performing at this year's Salzburg Festival, one of the most respected classical music events in the world. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Most notably, Druckenmiller—Bessent's former investment mentor and one of Wall Street's most respected macro investors—published an article publicly questioning the effectiveness of these intervention measures. — CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

One of the most respected and influential jazz pianists of his generation, Mehldau is best known for leading a celebrated trio. — Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026

Verb

The period is respected but never allowed to become stiff or artificial. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

The legacy of the brand is respected while remaining completely relevant today. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Attackers have never respected those organizational boundaries, and AI certainly will not. — Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Beyoncé Less pleading and more of a warning, Beyoncé’s version was a far detour from how Dolly sang the original version, which Dolly respected. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026

Prosecutors pursued cases against the party and electoral officials, prompting widespread demonstrations and international concern about whether the election results would be respected. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026

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