well-reputed
Definition
- Adjective:
- Having a good reputation: "well-reputed" describes someone or something that is widely and favourably known or regarded; esteemed or respected by others.
Usage Examples
- (She is highly respected and known for her good standing.)
- (It has a positive reputation based on quality.)
- (The family is known for its good name and charitable works.)
Advanced Usage
"to be well-reputed for something": to be known and praised for a specific quality or achievement.
- The university is well-reputed for its research in renewable energy. (It has a strong reputation in that field.)
"a well-reputed institution": an organization or establishment that is trusted and respected.
- Only well-reputed banks were considered for the merger. (Only those with a solid reputation.)
Variants and Related Words
Repute (n): the opinion generally held of someone or something; reputation.
- He is a man of high repute. (He is well-regarded.)
Reputed (adj): generally believed or considered to be something (often with a slight implication of doubt).
- She is the reputed author of the novel. (She is widely thought to be the author.)
Ill-reputed (adj): having a bad reputation; disreputable.
- The area was ill-reputed for its crime rate. (It had a poor reputation.)
Synonyms
- Respected: admired and regarded highly by others.
- Esteemed: held in great respect; highly valued.
- Renowned: famous and well-known, especially for a positive quality.
- Reputable: having a good reputation; trustworthy.
Related Idioms
To have a name for oneself: to be known for a particular quality (positive or negative).
- The company has a name for itself in sustainable practices. (It is well-reputed for that.)
To be held in high regard: to be respected and valued by others.
- The professor is held in high regard by her students. (She is well-reputed.)