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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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
Zak Keefer, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Providence, Rhode Island Like New Haven, Providence is home to esteemed educational institutions—both Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design are located here.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
Volta gave demonstrations to scientific institutes across Europe with esteemed attendees, including Napoleon Bonaparte, and entertained audiences in theaters with electric devices.
—Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 26 May 2025
And the esteemed judges have already submitted their scores over a three day tasting that convened in mid-April.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
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Adjective
Pablo Torre could see it: a spot in an esteemed law school, a summer clerkship for a Supreme Court justice, a corner office for a corporate law firm in midtown Manhattan.
—Zak Keefer, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Providence, Rhode Island Like New Haven, Providence is home to esteemed educational institutions—both Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design are located here.
—Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025
Volta gave demonstrations to scientific institutes across Europe with esteemed attendees, including Napoleon Bonaparte, and entertained audiences in theaters with electric devices.
—Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 26 May 2025
And the esteemed judges have already submitted their scores over a three day tasting that convened in mid-April.
—Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for esteemed
Verb
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The Patriots are also expected to interview ex-Titans head coach Mike Vrabel, who is considered a leading candidate for the job.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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Jeff Skinner has not enjoyed a strong first half and would have to contribute an enormous final half in order to be considered for another deal.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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They have long been thought of as exclusively cognitive/mental.—
Dinorah Nieves,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Sleepwalkers in the 19th century were thought to have one foot in another realm and an understanding of darkness.—
William Earl,
Variety,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The Nasdaq Composite had a slightly better session, closing at a respectable 0.32%.—
Paolo Confino,
Fortune,
4 June 2025
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Even among more respectable children’s literature from its time, Peter was a thoughtful creation, his architects never hesitating to use his famous credo: With great power comes great responsibility.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
Verb
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He is regarded as a potential star of the future and is a part of Nuno’s first-team squad.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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Today, it is regarded as one of the most collectible modern Patek Philippes.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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As the night stretched luxuriously late, champagne glasses were topped off, diamonds admired anew, and petits fours passed to prolong the evening’s magic.—
Sasha Pinto,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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His brother admired Zach’s comeback.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Nobody would’ve believed that, right?—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Israel says as many as half of them are believed to be dead.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Chapter One The Political Science major at Warren University was a prestigious murder weapon.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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During his 16 years tenure as CEO, David and his team helped to elevate the already prestigious brand to become one of the top luxury wines in the world, expanding distribution to over 90 countries and increasing the value of the brand from an average of $200 to over $500 per bottle.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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“Esteemed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/esteemed. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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