RESPECTED Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

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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

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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

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Recent Examples of respected

Adjective

And Johnson, as one of the sport’s most respected offensive visionaries, brings a trust factor that generates significant excitement. — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Dirden will play Greg Reagan, a respected District Court judge and Anaya’s (Wise) husband. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 His extensive experience, competitive spirit, and respected voice are invaluable in the clubhouse. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 On social media, friends of Hatam remembered her as a highly respected member of the Chicago area motorcycle community, who regularly rides the area roadways during summer nights. — William Lee, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026 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 And Walt Disney Imagineering has remained one of the most respected corporate creative institutions for a reason. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 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

Verb

Carlow's family says the 73-year-old rancher was respected in the Oglala community. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 Carlow’s family says the 73-year-old rancher was respected in the Oglala community. — Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 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 Local eco-systems have been respected; a plant nursery on site ensures the development and growth of local species and the preservation of the existing flora and fauna. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 Numerous renowned and highly respected psychiatrists have provided evidence that the president does show signs of dementia, in conjunction with unmistakable traits consistent with malignant narcissism and antisocial personality disorder. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026 If a community member asked for silence, those boundaries were respected. — Danielle K. Brown, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026 Being a trans woman is something that is a right and should be respected. — Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for respected

Adjective

That's a respectable amount of performance for something under $1,500.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026
Since being picked in the second round by Indiana in 2016, Niang has carved out a respectable nine-year career spread across four different teams.

— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of respectable

Verb

Curry admired the Guinness drawing rooms with their endless pockets of seating and tables spilling over with flowers from the gardens.

— Irene Borger, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026
Our thoughts are with Dolly's family, friends, and all those around the world who loved and admired her.

— Mike Snider, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of admired

Verb

For fans of the older Metal Gear games, Ghost Babel was a huge deal and is rightly regarded as one of the best games in the series and most certainly an underappreciated one.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Widely regarded as an elite play-caller, Sarkisian has yet to deliver in the biggest moments.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of regarded

Adjective

The Oscar-winning actress has written a new musical stage adaptation around the character, set to open on London’s prestigious theater scene in the summer of 2027.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026
Its work-in-progress was also one of five titles at the 2025 prestigious and highly selective Annecy Animation Showcase at the Cannes Festival’s Marché du Film.

— Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of prestigious

Adjective

My hope is that this esteemed office will one day be inhabited by someone who respects democratic norms and is not a clear and present danger to democracy.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Such esteemed material and craftsmanship could make plastic cocktail glasses look crystal, and Montezuma taste like Clase Azul.

— Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of esteemed

Adjective

Anderson, Davis’ nephew and a reputed Crip, was involved, according to police.

— Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
This finding, published in a reputed journal, would later cross disciplinary lines and be picked up in the rush to solve a major anthropological mystery.

— Kimon de Greef, Longreads, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of reputed

Adjective

Our distinguished community of musical-theater actors deserves greater challenges and if theaters don’t train audiences to take a risk on newer material, its embrace will be yet harder in generations to come.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Satsky’s attorney, Robert Anello of New York, told The Charlotte Observer Tuesday that his client has a distinguished 30-year career in finance and an unblemished reputation for integrity.

— Chase Jordan August 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026

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