esteemed
Definition
- Adjective:
- Highly respected and admired: "Esteemed" describes someone or something that is held in high regard, often due to their achievements, character, or status. It implies a formal or official respect.
- Having a distinguished reputation: It can also refer to having a prestigious or illustrious standing in a particular field or community.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- The esteemed professor was invited to give the keynote address.
- We are honored to publish an article by the esteemed historian.
- It is a tradition to consult the esteemed elders of the community.
Advanced Usage
- "Held in high esteem": This is a common phrase meaning to be greatly respected.
- Her work is held in high esteem by her colleagues.
- "Esteemed colleague": A formal and respectful way to address or refer to a fellow professional.
- I would like to thank my esteemed colleague for her valuable insights.
Variants and Related Words
- Esteem (verb/noun): To respect greatly or hold in high regard; the respect itself.
- Verb: I esteem his judgment above all others.
- Noun: She is a scientist of great esteem.
- Self-esteem (noun): Confidence in one's own worth or abilities.
- Positive reinforcement helps build a child's self-esteem.
Synonyms
- Respected: Admired and considered important.
- Honored: Regarded with great respect.
- Venerated: Regarded with deep respect, often with a sense of reverence.
- Prestigious: Inspiring respect and admiration; having high status.
Antonyms
- Disrespected: Treated with a lack of respect.
- Scorned: Treated or regarded with contempt or disdain.
- Disreputable: Not considered to be respectable in character or appearance.
Related Phrases
- "Your esteemed self": A very formal, sometimes archaic or humorous, way of referring to someone respectfully.
- We await the instructions of your esteemed self.
- "Esteemed guests": A formal way to address or refer to important visitors.
- Welcome, esteemed guests, to our annual gala.
Adjective
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having an illustrious reputation; respected
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our esteemed leader
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a prestigious author
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