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

He is seen as a serious and respected lawmaker, steeped in such matters as national defense and border security. — Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026

Now, the respected doctors inspire the next generation while balancing the ups and downs of working in a hospital. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 20 July 2026

Look at who is attracting respected talent to their teams, top developers to their platform and top partners into their ecosystem? — Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 July 2026

Raj steals Shah’s story about his family experiencing a hate crime and uses it as a way to become more respected and popular. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 July 2026

Amid the Toronto Blue Jays' struggles, All-Star infielder Ernie Clement has emerged as a key player and respected voice. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026

Vidic was recently approached by reporters from the respected Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), a non-governmental organisation that centres on investigative journalism. — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Instead, menopause elevates them to the respected role of matriarchs in their families. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 16 July 2026

School administrators searched for benefactors willing to keep the respected 111-year-old institution alive. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

Verb

The organization also encouraged anyone affected by the tragedies to seek support through the British Eventing Support Trust Helpline and asked that the families’ privacy be respected during this difficult time. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

In my view, we are no longer respected by our foreign allies, the poor are getting poorer, and his wealthy minions are getting richer at our expense. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

There were not many people that Adam respected as much as Bruce in every way. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 16 July 2026

Stefanski is a two-time coach of the year winner, is widely respected around the league and is detail-oriented to a degree that appeals to Ryan. — Josh Kendall, New York Times, 16 July 2026

Smith said the board’s decision to rescind support for the project should be respected by the state. — Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026

Burke says the interim boss at CPD, Fred Waller, is known and respected, but who leads long-term at 35th and Michigan remains unclear. — Chris Tye, CBS News, 14 July 2026

For much of her adult life, poet Mary Oliver pursued her métier in relative obscurity, publishing well respected if modestly selling volumes of her work. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 July 2026

Attorneys who make the cut will have impressive track records in their specialties and be highly respected by peers and clients. — Liane Jackson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026