respected
Translation
respected, admired, esteemed, reputable
Examples
She is a highly respected scientist.
She is a highly respected scientist.
He is well respected in the local community.
He is well respected in the local community.
Grammar Patterns
((as/for sth.)) admired by many people because of your good work or character She is a highly respected scientist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: admired, esteemed, honored, reputable; Antonyms: disrespected, despised
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'to respect'. From Latin 'respectus'. See 'respect' for more details.
Memory Tips
This is the state of being the object of 'respect'. The '-ed' suffix indicates a passive quality: someone who is respected by others.