ENGLISH
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regarded as sth

idiom
Meaning

to be thought of or seen in a particular way by other people.


Examples
SIMPLE

He is regarded as the best player on the team.

CONTEXTUAL

The professor is widely regarded as an expert in her field because of her many years of research.

COMPLEX

Although the architect's early designs were controversial, he is now regarded as one of the most influential figures of his generation.

Last updated April 22, 2026