reputable

reputable
I
(Roget's IV) modif.
1. [Enjoying a good reputation]
Syn. distinguished, celebrated, honored, noted, notable, renowned, prominent, esteemed, well-known, illustrious, favored, famous, popular, acclaimed, in high favor, well-thought-of, conspicuous, eminent, high-ranking, famed; see also important 2 .
Ant. disgraced*, ignominious, infamous.
2. [Honorable]
Syn. respectable, trustworthy, dignified, estimable, worthy, creditable, decent, conscientious, truthful, honest, sincere, fair, reliable, Dependable, just, high-principled, righteous, upright, straightforward, legitimate, on the level*.
Ant. dishonest*, dishonorable, shady.
II
(Roget's 3 Superthesaurus) a.
respectable, in good repute, esteemed, well thought of, acclaimed, honorable, honest, legitimate, principled, *on the up and up, reliable.
ANT.: disreputable, questionable, shady
III
(Roget's Thesaurus II) adjective Deserving honor, respect, or admiration: admirable, commendable, creditable, deserving, estimable, exemplary, honorable, laudable, meritorious, praiseworthy, respectable, worthy. See GOOD, PRAISE, RESPECT, VALUE.

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