respected

/ɹɪspˈɛktɪd/

/ɹiˈspɛktɪd/, /ɹɪˈspɛktɪd/

[adjective]

respected

[ADJECTIVE]

regarded as having value or importance and treated with honor and esteem by others

synonyms : well-thought-of

Examples

1. Her knowledge of ancient history is of the first water, making her a respected authority in the field.

2. The respected judge did not involve himself in minor legal disputes, as the saying goes, eagles never catch flies, but instead focused on upholding the law and maintaining justice.

3. He looked up to his grandfather as a wise and respected figure.

4. By the time he retired, Bob had brought home the bacon many times in his career and had become a respected leader in his field.