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View usage for: (rɪspektəbəl) 1. adjectiveSomeone or something that is respectable is approved of by society and considered to be morally correct. He came from a perfectly respectable middle-class family. We need to show it's respectable to make money out of making things. Synonyms: honourable, good, respected, decent More Synonyms of respectable respectably (rɪspektəbli) adverb She's respectably dressed in jeans and sweatshirt. respectability (rɪspektəbɪlɪti) uncountable noun This theory finally achieved respectability in the 20th century. 2. adjectiveYou can say that something is respectable when you mean that it is good enough or acceptable. ...investments that offer respectable rates of return. At last I have something respectable to wear! Synonyms: decent, smart, neat, tidy [informal] More Synonyms of respectable More Synonyms of respectable respectable in British English (rɪˈspɛktəbəl) adjective1. having or deserving the respect of other people; estimable; worthy 2. having good social standing or reputation 3. having socially or conventionally acceptable morals, standards, etc a respectable family 4. relatively or fairly good; considerable a respectable salary 5. fit to be seen by other people; presentable Derived forms respectability (reˌspectaˈbility) or rare respectableness (reˈspectableness) noun respectably (reˈspectably) adverb respectable in American English (rɪˈspɛktəbəl) adjective1. worthy of respect or esteem; estimable 2. conforming to socially acceptable behavior, attitudes, taste, etc.; proper; correct 3. fairly good in quality; of moderate excellence a respectable meal 4. fairly large in size, number, or amount a respectable score 5. good enough to be seen, used, etc.; presentable a respectable pair of shoes Derived forms respectably (reˈspectably) adverb Word origin ML respectabilisExamples of 'respectable' in a sentencerespectable In other languagesrespectable British English: respectable / rɪˈspɛktəbl/ ADJECTIVE Someone or something that is respectable is approved of by society and considered to be morally correct. He seemed like a very respectable person. - American English: respectable
- Arabic: مُحْتَرَم
- Brazilian Portuguese: respeitável
- Chinese: 可敬的
- Croatian: ugledan
- Czech: úctyhodný
- Danish: respektabel
- Dutch: respectabel
- European Spanish: respetable
- Finnish: kunniallinen
- French: respectable
- German: ehrbar
- Greek: αξιοσέβαστος
- Italian: rispettabile
- Japanese: 尊敬すべき
- Korean: 존경할 만한
- Norwegian: respektabel
- Polish: godny szacunku
- European Portuguese: respeitável
- Romanian: respectabil
- Russian: уважаемый
- Latin American Spanish: respetable
- Swedish: respektabel
- Thai: น่านับถือ
- Turkish: saygıdeğer
- Ukrainian: поважний
- Vietnamese: đáng kính
Chinese translation of 'respectable'respectable (rɪsˈpɛktəbl) adj - [area, background]
体(體)面的 (tǐmiàn de) - [person]
受人尊敬的 (shòurén zūnjìng de) - (= adequate)
- [amount, income]
过(過)得去的 (guòdeqù de) - [standard, mark etc]
相当(當)好的 (xiāngdāng hǎo de)
Definition having good social standing or reputation He came from a respectable middle-class family. Synonyms respected decent dignified venerable decorous Opposites indecent , improper , unworthy , disreputable , unrefined , dishonourable , impolite , ignoble Definition fit to be seen by other people At last I have something respectable to wear. Definition relatively or fairly good respectable and highly attractive rates of return Synonyms fairly good sizable or sizeable Opposites Additional synonymsDefinition deserving or inspiring admiration The film tells its story with admirable economy. Synonyms praiseworthy, good, great (informal), fine, capital, noted, choice, champion, prime, select, wonderful, excellent, brilliant, rare, cracking (British, informal), outstanding, valuable, superb, distinguished, superior, sterling, worthy, first-class, notable, sovereign, dope (slang), world-class, exquisite, exemplary, first-rate, superlative, commendable, top-notch (informal), brill (informal), laudable, meritorious, estimable, tiptop, A1 or A-one (informal), bitchin' (US, slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), ka pai (New Zealand), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition more than sufficient The design gave ample space for a good-sized kitchen. Synonyms plenty of, great, rich, liberal, broad, generous, lavish, spacious, abounding, abundant, plentiful, expansive, copious, roomy, unrestricted, voluminous, capacious, profuse, commodious, plenteous, enough and to spare Definition enough to be noticed This has not had an appreciable effect on production. Synonyms significant, marked, obvious, considerable, substantial, visible, evident, pronounced, definite, noticeable, clear-cut, discernible, measurable, material, recognizable, detectable, perceptible, distinguishable, ascertainable, perceivable Additional synonymsDefinition large enough to reckon with We have already spent a considerable amount of money on repairs. Synonyms large, goodly, much, great, marked, comfortable, substantial, reasonable, tidy (informal), lavish, ample, noticeable, abundant, plentiful, tolerable, appreciable, sizable or sizeable Definition worthy of respect an estimable cricket team with two members holding world records Synonyms respectable, good, valued, respected, excellent, honoured, valuable, worthy, esteemed, admirable, honourable, reputable, meritoriousDefinition quite large He had a fair command of English. Synonyms respectable, middling, average, reasonable, decent, acceptable, moderate, adequate, satisfactory, not bad, mediocre, so-so (informal), tolerable, passable, O.K. or okay (informal), all rightDefinition morally excellent The president is a good man. Synonyms honourable, moral, worthy, ethical, upright, admirable, honest, righteous, exemplary, right, virtuous, trustworthy, altruistic, praiseworthy, estimableDefinition fairly large He spent a goodly part of his life in America. Synonyms considerable, large, significant, substantial, tidy (informal), ample, sizable or sizeable Definition truthful and moral in behaviour My dad was the most honest man I have ever met. Synonyms trustworthy, decent, upright, reliable, ethical, honourable, conscientious, reputable, truthful, virtuous, law-abiding, trusty, scrupulous, high-minded, veraciousDefinition clean and tidy She always looked neat and well groomed. Synonyms smart, trim, tidy, spruce, dapper, natty (informal), well-groomed, well-turned out Definition acceptable His score had reached a presentable total. Synonyms satisfactory, suitable, decent, acceptable, proper, good enough, respectable, not bad (informal), tolerable, passable, O.K. or okay (informal) Definition correct in behaviour In those days it was not thought proper for a woman to be on the stage. Synonyms polite, right, becoming, seemly, fitting, fit, mannerly, suitable, decent, gentlemanly, refined, respectable, befitting, genteel, de rigueur, ladylike, meet (archaic), decorous, punctilious, comme il faut Definition trustworthy or respectable Buy your car through a reputable dealer. Synonyms respectable, good, excellent, reliable, worthy, legitimate, upright, honourable, honoured, trustworthy, creditable, estimable, well-thought-of, of good repute Additional synonymsDefinition clean and neatly dressed I was dressed in a smart navy-blue suit. Synonyms chic, trim, neat, fashionable, stylish, fine, elegant, trendy (British, informal), spruce, snappy, natty (informal), modish, well turned-out, schmick (Australian, informal) Definition neat and smart Chris was looking spruce in his black shirt. Synonyms smart, trim, neat, elegant, dainty, dapper, natty (informal), well-groomed, well turned out, trig (archaic, dialect), as if you had just stepped out of a bandbox, soigné or soignée Definition of a considerable size or value That is a very substantial improvement in the current situation. Synonyms big, significant, considerable, goodly, large, important, generous, worthwhile, tidy (informal), ample, sizable or sizeable Definition neat and orderly She wasn't a tidy person. Synonyms organized, neat, fastidious, methodical, smart, efficient, spruce, businesslike, well-groomed, well turned out Definition quite large The opportunities are there to make a tidy profit. Synonyms considerable, large, substantial, good, goodly, fair, healthy, generous, handsome, respectable, ample, largish, sizable or sizeable Definition fairly good Is there anywhere tolerable to eat in town? Synonyms fair, O.K. or okay (informal), middling, average, all right, ordinary, acceptable, reasonable, good enough, adequate, indifferent, not bad (informal), mediocre, so-so (informal), run-of-the-mill, passable, unexceptional, fairly good, fair to middling Definition honest or just a very upright, trustworthy man Synonyms honest, good, principled, just, true, faithful, ethical, straightforward, honourable, righteous, conscientious, virtuous, trustworthy, high-minded, above board, incorruptible, unimpeachableDefinition deserving of admiration or respect worthy members of the community Synonyms praiseworthy, good, excellent, deserving, valuable, decent, reliable, worthwhile, respectable, upright, admirable, honourable, honest, righteous, reputable, virtuous, dependable, commendable, creditable, laudable, meritorious, estimable |