esteem
Translation
esteem, respect, regard
Examples
She is held in high esteem by her colleagues.
She is held in high esteem by her colleagues.
He has very low self-esteem.
He has very low self-esteem.
Grammar Patterns
to hold ((sb.)) in high/great esteem to respect or admire someone greatly. She is held in high esteem by her colleagues.
self-esteem confidence in one's own worth or abilities. He has very low self-esteem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respect, regard, admiration; Antonyms: contempt, disdain
Etymology
From Latin 'aestimare' (to value, appraise). It shares a root with 'estimate'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'estimate'. Esteem is the high value you 'estimate' a person has.