To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
She has a reputation for being a very depressing writer. [+ for]
...Barcelona's reputation as a design-conscious, artistic city.
2. countable noun
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation,people think they are good.
This college has a good academic reputation.
The stories ruined his reputation.
Synonyms: name, standing, credit, character More Synonyms of reputation
3.
See by reputation
reputation in British English
(ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃən)
noun
1.
the estimation in which a person or thing is generally held; opinion
2.
a high opinion generally held about a person or thing; esteem
3.
notoriety or fame, esp for some specified characteristic
4. have a reputation
Derived forms
reputationless (ˌrepuˈtationless)
adjective
Word origin
C14: from Latin reputātiō a reckoning, from reputāre to calculate, meditate; see repute
reputation in American English
(ˌrɛpjuˈteɪʃən; ˌrɛpjəˈteɪʃən)
noun
1.
estimation in which a person or thing is commonly held, whether favorable or not; character in the view of the public, the community, etc.; repute
2.
such estimation when favorable; good repute; good name
to lose one's reputation
3.
fame; distinction
4.
the general character of being thought of as specified; name
to have the reputation of being a cheat
Derived forms
reputational (ˌrepuˈtational)
adjective
Word origin
ME reputacioun < L reputatio < reputatus, pp. of reputare: see repute
COBUILD Collocations
reputation
bad reputation
deserve a reputation
enhance a reputation
fearsome reputation
formidable reputation
gain a reputation
growing reputation
international reputation
protect a reputation
restore a reputation
ruin a reputation
tarnish a reputation
well-earned reputation
with your reputation intact
worldwide reputation
Examples of 'reputation' in a sentence
reputation
If she had taken that course, her career would have ended on a glittering high and her reputation would have been completely assured and almost unblemished.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
All of which give it its unique reputation as a city of vibrant and diverse culture.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
They have a good reputation for being strong and hard workers.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The trouble with reputations is that people try to live up to them.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
He had an unrivalled reputation as a person who always did the right thing.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
He remained fiercely proud of this apprenticeship as his academic reputation grew.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Birds have such a good reputation for weather forecasting that some have earned weather nicknames.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
It is true that damage can be done to the reputation of innocent people named on arrest.
The Sun (2013)
It is the whole reputation side of things.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
He also looked for people whose reputations would benefit the business.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Dad has this reputation for getting things done.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
His international reputation still rides high.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
It sounds like pride in the city 's uncompromising reputation.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Her previous experience meant that she brought fresh ideas and a new approach to a public school which already enjoyed a high reputation.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It's traumatic for the citizens and reputation of this city.
The Sun (2013)
We don't have a good reputation.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
I can think of no writer whose critical reputation has plummeted so dramatically.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The UK has a global reputation for the high quality of our management consulting industry.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
A person 's reputation gets tarnished by something that is not true.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
A number of restaurant openings over the past two years have added to the city 's culinary reputation.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
She made her reputation as a writer of fiction, but if the subject calls for it, she can produce nonfiction.
Christianity Today (2000)
Deal clincher A fantastic academic reputation with world-renowned scholars.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
In other languages
reputation
British English: reputation /ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/ NOUN
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
...his reputation for honesty.
American English: reputation
Arabic: سُمْعَة
Brazilian Portuguese: reputação
Chinese: 名誉
Croatian: ugled
Czech: pověst dobrá
Danish: omdømme
Dutch: reputatie
European Spanish: reputación
Finnish: maine
French: réputation
German: Ruf Leumund
Greek: υπόληψη
Italian: reputazione
Japanese: 評判
Korean: 평판
Norwegian: omdømme
Polish: reputacja
European Portuguese: reputação
Romanian: reputație
Russian: репутация
Latin American Spanish: reputación
Swedish: rykte
Thai: ชื่อเสียง
Turkish: ün
Ukrainian: репутація
Vietnamese: danh tiếng
All related terms of 'reputation'
by reputation
If you know someone by reputation , you have never met them but you have heard of their reputation.
bad reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
growing reputation
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
fearsome reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
formidable reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
gain a reputation
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
have a reputation
to be known or notorious , esp for promiscuity , excessive drinking, or the like
ruin a reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
worldwide reputation
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
deserve a reputation
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
enhance a reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
international reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
protect a reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
restore a reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
tarnish a reputation
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
well-earned reputation
To have a reputation for something means to be known or remembered for it.
with your reputation intact
Something's or someone's reputation is the opinion that people have about how good they are. If they have a good reputation, people think they are good.
Chinese translation of 'reputation'
reputation
(rɛpjuˈteɪʃən)
n(c)
名声(聲) (míngshēng) (种(種), zhǒng)
to have a reputation for因 ... 而闻(聞)名 (yīn ... ér wénmíng)
(noun)
Definition
the opinion generally held of a person or thing
The stories ruined his reputation.
Synonyms
name
He had made a name for himself as a musician.
I was forced to pursue this litigation to protect my good name.
standing
He has improved his country's standing abroad.
credit
His remarks lost him credit with many people.
character
He's begun a series of attacks on my character.
honour
He brought honour and glory to his country.
fame
At the height of his fame, his every word was valued.
distinction
He is a composer of distinction and sensitivity.
esteem
stature
This club has grown in stature over the last 20 years.
eminence
pilots who achieved eminence in the aeronautical world
renown
She used to be a singer of some renown.
repute
The UN's repute has risen immeasurably.
Additional synonyms
in the sense of character
Definition
reputation, esp. good reputation
He's begun a series of attacks on my character.
Synonyms
reputation,
honour,
integrity,
good name,
rectitude,
uprightness
in the sense of credit
Definition
influence or reputation based on the good opinion of others
His remarks lost him credit with many people.
Synonyms
prestige,
reputation,
standing,
position,
character,
influence,
regard,
status,
esteem,
clout (informal),
good name,
estimation,
repute
in the sense of distinction
Definition
excellence of character
He is a composer of distinction and sensitivity.
Synonyms
excellence,
note,
quality,
worth,
account,
rank,
reputation,
importance,
consequence,
fame,
celebrity,
merit,
superiority,
prominence,
greatness,
eminence,
renown,
repute
Synonyms of 'reputation'
reputation
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Additional synonyms
in the sense of eminence
Definition
the state of being well-known and well-respected
pilots who achieved eminence in the aeronautical world
Synonyms
prominence,
reputation,
importance,
fame,
celebrity,
distinction,
note,
esteem,
rank,
dignity,
prestige,
superiority,
greatness,
renown,
pre-eminence,
repute,
notability,
illustriousness
in the sense of fame
Definition
the state of being widely known or recognized
At the height of his fame, his every word was valued.
Synonyms
prominence,
glory,
celebrity,
stardom,
name,
credit,
reputation,
honour,
prestige,
stature,
eminence,
renown,
repute,
public esteem,
illustriousness
in the sense of honour
Definition
fame or glory
He brought honour and glory to his country.
Synonyms
prestige,
credit,
reputation,
glory,
fame,
distinction,
esteem,
dignity,
elevation,
eminence,
renown,
repute,
high standing
in the sense of renown
Definition
widespread good reputation
She used to be a singer of some renown.
Synonyms
fame,
note,
distinction,
repute,
mark,
reputation,
honour,
glory,
celebrity,
acclaim,
stardom,
eminence,
lustre,
illustriousness
in the sense of repute
Definition
good reputation
The UN's repute has risen immeasurably.
Synonyms
reputation,
standing,
fame,
celebrity,
distinction,
esteem,
stature,
eminence,
estimation,
renown
in the sense of standing
Definition
social or financial status or reputation
He has improved his country's standing abroad.
Synonyms
status,
position,
station,
footing,
condition,
credit,
rank,
reputation,
eminence,
estimation,
repute
in the sense of stature
Definition
the reputation of a person or their achievements
This club has grown in stature over the last 20 years.