esteem (Meaning)
esteem (n)
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
an attitude of admiration or esteem
esteem (v)
regard highly; think much of
look on as or consider
esteem (v. t.)
To set a value on; to appreciate the worth of; to estimate; to value; to reckon.
To set a high value on; to prize; to regard with reverence, respect, or friendship.
Estimation; opinion of merit or value; hence, valuation; reckoning; price.
High estimation or value; great regard; favorable opinion, founded on supposed worth.
esteem (v. i.)
To form an estimate; to have regard to the value; to consider.
Synonyms & Antonyms of esteem
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Antonyms:
- displeasure
- repugnance
- dislike
- aversion
- disinclination
- disenchantment
- dislike
- disillusionment
- disillusionment
- disinclination
- revulsion
- disfavor
- opprobrium
- loathing
- disenchantment
- repulsion
- hate
- nausea
- nausea
- dissatisfaction
- hate
- disfavor
- opprobrium
- distaste
- aversion
- displeasure
- dissatisfaction
- loathing
- distaste
- repugnance
- revulsion
- repulsion
Synonyms:
- attachment
- preference
- homage
- account
- passion
- veneration
- honor
- delight
- taste
- enjoyment
- partiality
- idolatry
- awe
- hero worship
- infatuation
- approbation
- acclamation
- appetite
- amazement
- prejudice
- relish
- shine
- adulation
- like
- deference
- devotion
- wonderment
- wonder
- worship
- fancy
- props
- bias
- fondness
- use
- lionization
- love
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esteem Sentence Examples
- The renowned professor was held in high esteem by his colleagues and students alike.
- She approached the delicate topic with the utmost esteem, ensuring not to offend anyone involved.
- The company's reputation was held in great esteem by its loyal customers.
- He spoke with esteem as he recounted the heroic deeds of the fallen soldiers.
- The veteran artist's work was highly esteemed by critics and collectors worldwide.
- The young athlete's esteem soared after winning the prestigious championship.
- The esteemed scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research.
- We must treat all people with respect and esteem, regardless of their background or beliefs.
- The politician's esteemed reputation was tarnished by the recent scandal.
- He had a low esteem of his abilities, leading to a lack of confidence in his pursuits.
FAQs About the word esteem
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded), a feeling of delighted approval and liking, an attitude of admiration or esteem, regard
respect, appreciation, regard,admiration, reverence, interest, estimation,praise, affection, enthusiasm
indignation, discontent, hatred, disgust, disfavor, discontent, disappointment, disregard, hatred, condemnation
The renowned professor was held in high esteem by his colleagues and students alike.
She approached the delicate topic with the utmost esteem, ensuring not to offend anyone involved.
The company's reputation was held in great esteem by its loyal customers.
He spoke with esteem as he recounted the heroic deeds of the fallen soldiers.
