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1esteem
noun es·teem \i-ˈstēm\
: respect and affection
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3
: the regard in which one is held; especially : high regard <the esteem we all feel for her>
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First Known Use of ESTEEM
14th century
Related to ESTEEM
- Synonyms
- account, appreciation, admiration, estimation, favor, regard, respect
- Antonyms
- disfavor
Rhymes with ESTEEM
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2esteem
verb
: to think very highly or favorably of (someone or something)
Full Definition of ESTEEM
transitive verb
1
archaic : appraise
3
: to set a high value on : regard highly and prize accordingly <an esteemed guest>
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Origin of ESTEEM
Middle English estemen to estimate, from Anglo-French estimer, from Latin aestimare
First Known Use: 15th century
Related to ESTEEM
Synonym Discussion of ESTEEM
regard, respect, esteem, admire mean to recognize the worth of a person or thing. regard is a general term that is usually qualified <he is highly regarded in the profession>. respect implies a considered evaluation or estimation <after many years they came to respect her views>. esteem implies greater warmth of feeling accompanying a high valuation <no citizen of the town was more highly esteemed>. admire suggests usually enthusiastic appreciation and often deep affection <a friend that I truly admire>.
ESTEEMED Defined for Kids
1esteem
noun es·teem \i-ˈstēm\
Definition of ESTEEM for Kids
: respect and affection <Her work with children has won her esteem.>
2esteem
verb
es·teemedes·teem·ing
Definition of ESTEEM for Kids
: to think favorably of <He was esteemed as a man of generosity.>
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