reputable
adjective
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
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make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Prior to joining the team in-house, Sarah worked in luxury fashion e-commerce while freelancing for the title as well as other reputable UK publications such as House and Garden, Evening Standard, Sleeper Magazine, and Suitcase.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Just be sure to choose a reputable provider and understand all fees before enrolling.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
Shopping online for loose diamonds is easier than ever with reputable sources that offer both natural and lab-grown diamonds, plus colored diamonds and diamond alternatives like moissanite.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Reputable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reputable. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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