reputable

adjective

rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈre-pyə-tə-bəl How to pronounce reputable (audio)
1
: enjoying good repute : held in esteem
2
: employed widely or sanctioned by good writers
reputability noun
reputably adverb

Examples of reputable in a Sentence

make sure you buy your used car from a reputable dealer
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Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reputable was in 1659

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“Reputable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reputable. Accessed 28 Apr. 2025.

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reputable

adjective
rep·​u·​ta·​ble ˈrep-yət-ə-bəl How to pronounce reputable (audio)
: having a good reputation : respectable
reputability noun
reputably adverb

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