reputable

adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl How to pronounce reputable (audio)
Synonyms of reputable
1
: enjoying good repute : held in esteem
a reputable source/company/brand
2
dated : employed widely or sanctioned by good writers
reputability
ˌre-pyə-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce reputable (audio)
noun
reputably
ˈre-pyə-tə-blē How to pronounce reputable (audio)
adverb

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Examples of reputable in a Sentence

make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer
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There’s no reputable research showing that dry cornstarch reliably disrupts ant pheromone trails in real-world garden conditions. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026 Ortiz said all clients of Lozano should submit a Freedom of Information Act request with USCIS to gain access to their immigration file and consult a reputable lawyer to decide how to proceed with their case. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 If the terms on the report are confusing, seek clarification from a reputable source. — Nicole Pajer, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 Select Home Warranty and First American Home Warranty are both reputable providers, but First American covers more in its basic plan. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reputable

Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reputable was in 1659

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“Reputable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reputable. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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