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

Earlier this year, Deadline contacted four respected UK drama producers to test their appetite for making Doctor Who. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

The start to this season hasn’t been much better (2-1-1) for a high-spending side coached by the respected Luciano Spalletti. — Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Partner with respected local voices, customers or industry organizations that already have credibility. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026

This isn’t about discrediting merengue, a genre that also deserves to be celebrated, respected and protected. — Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2026

In a way, the two very different brands –– one an established pillar of New York fashion famed for its ‘70s wrap dress, and the other a respected darling with prime promise — have a sort of big-little sister or kindred spirit association. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2026

The dean of the group, the highly respected Roble Olhaye of Djibouti, reminded us that the diplomatic corps had been advocating for AGOA for five years. — semafor.com, 14 Sep. 2026

From the beginning of his presidency, Putin had defined Russia in heroic terms, glorifying himself as the leader who restored it to its proper status as a respected great power. — Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 14 Sep. 2026

Australian Silver Kangaroo — High-purity bullion coin backed by the respected Perth Mint. — Amy Deyoung, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026

Verb

Though unanimously respected and resolutely opposed to Zionism, Barnston was aging. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026

Kolb, who is well known and respected in the New York fashion world, earlier apologized for his actions. — CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026

Intentionally blending the personal, social-emotional, pedagogical and technical components of teaching cultivated a space where teachers felt heard and respected rather than talked at. — Paul Koh, Baltimore Sun, 19 Sep. 2026

Keith, who was widely respected as an architect of modern hip-hop, started making beats as a teenager and went on to create a signature sound adapted from legendary Southern groups such as Three 6 Mafia and 8Ball & MJG. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2026

Marciniw is believed to have had more than 30 years of flight experience and was respected in the industry, NBC4 reported. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026

The court created in the Constitution got this one right, allowing the people’s choices to be respected, even if the president doesn’t respect it. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Sep. 2026

Related Stories But Markle is a grown woman with a family, and her mother reportedly respected her decision. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Sep. 2026

Yet, he was announced as the player of the match in the stadium, is adored and respected by fans and coaches alike at Bournemouth, and his qualities will inevitably bring external transfer interest. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026