respected — Regarded with honor, admiration, and esteem; held in high regard by others due to achievements or character.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Regarded with honor, admiration, and esteem; held in high regard by others due to achievements or character.
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈspektɪd/
Korean meaning: 존경받는, 명망 있는
Korean pronunciation: 리-스펙-티드 (강세: 스펙)
Example Sentences
- The respected professor's lectures were so boring that even his own reflection in the window fell asleep.
- He became a respected chef after finally learning that salt and sugar are not interchangeable.
- Dr. Kim is a respected cardiologist who has saved countless lives.
respected
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈspektɪd//
Regarded with honor, admiration, and esteem; held in high regard by others due to achievements or character.
Regarded with honor, admiration, and esteem; held in high regard by others due to achievements or character.
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Origin
From Latin 'respectus', past participle of 'respicere' meaning 'to look back at' or 'to regard'. The idea evolved from someone being worthy of a second look to being held in high esteem.
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“The respected professor's lectures were so boring that even his own reflection in the window fell asleep.”
“He became a respected chef after finally learning that salt and sugar are not interchangeable.”
“Dr. Kim is a respected cardiologist who has saved countless lives.”
“The company is known as a respected employer in the industry.”
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