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regarded
rih-GAH-duhd
Regarded (adj) means Thought of or viewed in a particular way, especially with respect. Example: “She is a highly regarded surgeon in her field.”
adj
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Thought of or viewed in a particular way, especially with respect.
"She is a highly regarded surgeon in her field."
"The bakery is well regarded in our town for its fresh bread."
"He is a widely regarded teacher whom pupils trust and admire."
How to use regarded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes how someone or something is generally viewed by others, especially when spoken of favorably.
Common pairings
highly regarded
well regarded
regarded as
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more regarded
- Superlative
- most regarded
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What does “regarded” mean?
The word “regarded” means thought of or viewed in a particular way, especially with respect. In plain terms, describes how someone or something is generally viewed by others, especially when spoken of favorably.
How do you pronounce “regarded”?
“Regarded” is pronounced rih-GAH-duhd (/ɹɪˈɡɑɹ.dəd/ in IPA).
How do you use “regarded” in a sentence?
Here is “regarded” used in a sentence: “She is a highly regarded surgeon in her field.”
What part of speech is “regarded”?
“Regarded” is an adjective.
Is “regarded” a common word?
“Regarded” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "regarded" and "respected"?
"Respected" directly means held in esteem or admired. "Regarded" means viewed or thought of in a particular way and usually needs a qualifier to show the attitude, such as "highly regarded" or "poorly regarded." On its own, "regarded" is neutral until you add how.
When should you use "regarded as" instead of "considered"?
"Regarded as" means viewed as, and it often carries a sense of esteem or established reputation, as in "regarded as a master." "Considered" is more neutral and simply means thought to be. Both introduce an opinion, but "regarded as" tends to imply a shared, respected judgement.
What are common collocations with "regarded"?
Frequent pairings include "highly regarded," "well regarded," "widely regarded," and "regarded as." These phrases show both how strongly and in what way someone or something is viewed.
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