reputation — the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌrepjəˈteɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- After the scandal, the politician's reputation went down the drain faster than a smartphone in a toilet.
- She has a reputation for being late to everything, including her own birthday party.
- The company's reputation for innovation attracts top talent from around the world.
reputation
NOUN[/ˌrepjəˈteɪʃən/]
the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something
💡 Concept
the beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˌrepjəˈteɪʃən/
🇬🇧 UK/ˌrepjʊˈteɪʃən/
🌳Etymology
Prefixre--
Rootput
Suffix--ation
🎵Rhyme
stationnationcreationvacation
station
nation
creation
vacation
🔗Collocations
good reputation
build a reputation
damage one's reputation
reputation for quality
stellar reputation
tarnish reputation
solid reputation
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“After the scandal, the politician's reputation went down the drain faster than a smartphone in a toilet.”
😄 Fun example
“She has a reputation for being late to everything, including her own birthday party.”
“The company's reputation for innovation attracts top talent from around the world.”
“His reputation as a tough negotiator preceded him into every business meeting.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
famestandingprestigeimagestatus
Antonyms
disreputeinfamydisgrace
Related
charactercredibilityhonoresteemregard
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