# repute

/ɹipˈjut/ (US) · /ɹɪpjˈuːt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/repute
Updated: 2026-10-16

## Definition

what people think about you, especially when they respect you and trust your work.

For teachers: general public opinion about a person or thing, especially favourable esteem earned through character or achievement.

## Examples

- She has a good repute as a fair teacher.
- The restaurant is of high repute in the neighbourhood for its fresh ingredients and friendly service.
- Despite decades of quiet philanthropy, his repute rested less on public honours than on the trust he inspired among colleagues.

## Synonyms

reputation, Standing, Prestige

## Antonyms

disrepute

## Usage notes

- Occurs chiefly in phrases with 'of', such as 'of good repute', 'of high repute', or 'of ill repute'.

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