# regarded

/ɹɪˈɡɑɹdɪd/ (US) · /ɹɪɡˈɑːdɪd/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/regarded
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. thought of in a certain way

verb · CEFR B2

to have been thought of or looked at in a specific way.

For teachers: the past participle of 'regard', indicating how a subject was perceived, evaluated, or observed.

- For many years, he was regarded as the best doctor in the city.
- The architect was highly regarded by her peers, not only for her aesthetic vision but also for her commitment to sustainable urban development.

Usage: Often followed by the preposition 'as'.

## Examples

- She is highly regarded by her colleagues.
- The local bakery is widely regarded as the best place in town for fresh bread.
- Despite his controversial early career, the professor is now regarded as a leading authority on ancient maritime trade routes within the Mediterranean.

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