reputable

adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl 

1

: enjoying good repute : held in esteem

2

: employed widely or sanctioned by good writers

reputability

ˌre-pyə-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

reputably

ˈre-pyə-tə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms

• esteemed
• estimable
• name
• prestigious
• recognized
• reputed
• respectable
• respected

Examples of reputable in a Sentence

make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer

Recent Examples on the Web

Being open to external audits and evaluations, and proudly displaying certifications or partnerships with reputable organizations, can further reinforce trust and commitment to ethical practices. —Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2024

Times/Siena is ranked as the most reputable poll by FiveThirtyEight. —Anna Gordon, TIME, 23 Sep. 2024

Check for seals from reputable organizations such as NSF International, U.S. Pharmacopeia, or ConsumerLab.15 Dosage Most adults need 900 micrograms of copper per day. —Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 18 Sep. 2024

The fraudsters rip off legitimate rental listings, including photos and descriptions, from reputable organizations. —Alexis Christoforous, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

reputable

adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈrep-yət-ə-bəl 

: having a good reputation : respectable

reputability

ˌrep-yət-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun

reputably

ˈrep-yət-ə-blē 

adverb