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adjective

i-ˈstēmd How to pronounce esteemed (audio)
Definition of esteemednext
as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge concerned about his heart, my grandfather went to see an esteemed cardiac specialist

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verb

past tense of esteem
1
as in considered
to think of in a particular way I had esteemed the whole affair to be a colossal waste of time

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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of although the works of the Impressionist painters are esteemed today, they met with scorn when they were introduced

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as in thought
to have as an opinion I should have esteemed it most unlikely that their marriage had any chance of success

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Recent Examples of esteemed
Adjective
Notable deaths in 2026 A look back at the esteemed personalities who left us this year, who touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. — David Morgan, CBS News, 26 June 2026 The procession, led by King Charles, 77, and Queen Camilla, 78, featured four carriages transporting members of the royal family and their esteemed guests. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 18 June 2026
Verb
Throughout his solo career, Reid released six studio albums and while none of them were commercial hits, he was esteemed among his peers. — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2025 Kokin was a name repeated often throughout the event, as was esteemed Upper East Side milliner Suzanne, who was also in attendance. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for esteemed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for esteemed
  1. respected
  2. considered
  3. admired
  4. thought
  5. respectable
  6. regarded
  7. believed
  8. prestigious
Adjective
  • That naturally raises questions about what happens next for one of the smart home industry's most respected lock brands.
    — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Zeenat’s mother was a respected woman in her clan; both of Zeenat’s sisters had married into a Syed family, and her brother worked for the village head and had authority enough to report directly to the local landlord.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 June 2026
Definition of respected
Verb
  • The court's 6-3 ruling, issued Tuesday, June 30, ensures that children born in the country are considered Americans.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Legislators last year updated the law to clarify that even if businesses don’t communicate directly but use algorithmic pricing software that leads to them charging a common rate, that could still be considered price-fixing.
    — Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of considered
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  • The 23-year-old box-to-box midfielder, a Valencia academy product with 118 top-flight appearances, is admired by Barca's Sporting Director Deco for his all-around play and goal-scoring ability.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • The floral still life was so admired that Caroline Louise, Margravine of Baden, spent three years trying to acquire it through her Paris agent.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of admired
Verb
  • Indeed, in the high temperatures of the solar corona it had been thought that dust could not survive for very long and would therefore have no impact.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 July 2026
  • Thankfully, Williams’ jovial remarks marked the last time anyone mentioned or even thought about 2026.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 7 July 2026
Definition of thought
Adjective
  • Despite hot, humid conditions, a respectable crowd has already gathered, with organizers expecting attendance to grow as temperatures ease later this evening.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • But the Celtics’ latest deal for George makes the Clippers original deal for George a lot more respectable.
    — Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of respectable
Verb
  • Even Advanced Placement examinations—formerly regarded as one of the strongest objective measures available—have become part of this debate.
    — Scott White, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Despite primarily playing club football for Bayer Leverkusen at centre-back, Quansah is regarded as a right-back option by Tuchel.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of regarded
Verb
  • Williams says the man was the sole occupant of the residence and is believed to have been in the home illegally.
    — DeJanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • Even those believed to be on the guest list appear to know very little.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of believed
Adjective
  • That momentous draw came in the final group-stage game of the prestigious tournament.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • By the end of the year, Modrić had won the Ballon d’Or, too, the prestigious award given to the world’s best player.
    — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
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