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esteem
[ih-steem]
verb (used with object)
to regard highly or favorably; regard with respect or admiration.
I esteem him for his honesty.
Synonyms: , ,Antonyms:to consider as of a certain value or of a certain type; regard.
I esteem it worthless.
Obsolete.to set a value on; appraise.
noun
favorable opinion or judgment; respect or regard.
to hold a person in esteem.
Synonyms: , , , ,Archaic.opinion or judgment; estimation; valuation.
esteem
/ ɪˈپː /
verb
to have great respect or high regard for
to esteem a colleague
formalto judge or consider; deem
to esteem an idea improper
noun
high regard or respect; good opinion
archaicjudgment; opinion
Other 51Թ Forms
- preesteem verb (used with object)
- ˈٱ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of esteem1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of esteem1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
It’s also worth noting that Target isn’t the first institution to discover that abandoning principle isn’t a sure path to material success or public esteem.
It is virtually unheard of for a successful television adaptation to receive an unexpected infusion of original material, never mind from such an esteemed novelist as Atwood, midstream.
Yamal has emerged at a different Barcelona, where the club's financial situation has prompted them to turn again to their esteemed youth system.
Why is it held in such high esteem?
Speaking recently, he said: "The story seemed to catch the public's imagination and I suppose it's a testament to the affection and esteem that people around the country had for Ken."
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When To Use
If you esteem someone, you hold them in high regard. How is esteem different from appreciate, value, and prize? Find out on Thesaurus.com.
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