adj
reputable
REHP-yuu-tuh-buhl
adj
1
Well thought of; having a good reputation.
"Always buy from a reputable dealer when purchasing a used car."
"The report was published by a reputable scientific journal."
How to Use Reputable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTrustworthy and well-regarded.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "reputed," which means "supposedly" or "said to be," not necessarily trustworthy.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
a reputable source
reputable company
reputable dealer
Word Forms
more reputable comparative, most reputable superlative
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Etymology
From repute plus the adjective ending -able.