rep·u·ta·ble
ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl 
1
: enjoying good repute : held in esteem
a reputable source/company/brand
2
dated
: employed widely or sanctioned by good writers
rep·u·ta·bil·i·ty
ˌrepyətəˈbilətē
-pyətə-,
-lətē,
-i,
chiefly in substandard speech -pə-
: the quality or state of being reputable
conspicuous consumption … is a means of reputability to the gentleman of leisure—
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Adjective
make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer
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Adjective
Contracting with a reputable Medicare brokerage to offer one-on-one consultations to your retiring employees costs your company nothing and delivers significant value.
—Sylvia Gordon, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Most reputable companies offer warranties covering both the product and the installation, which can be a crucial factor in your decision.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Dixon also pointed out a reputable provider will not rush patients in that way.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
For experienced DIYers, several reputable waterproofing systems offer online tutorials.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 6 June 2026
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“Reputable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reputable. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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