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respected

/ˈrɛsˌpɛktɪd/ adjective · British & US

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What does respected mean?

adjective

Showing respect; esteemed or honored. Regarded with respect or admiration.

Example

"She was a respected leader in her community."

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Etymologically related

respect respectful respectively respecter

Synonyms for respected

esteemed honored admired respected regarded venerated

Antonyms of respected

disrespected dishonored disregarded

Rhymes with respected

expected inspect detect protect