adj Uncommon

reputable

REHP-yuu-tuh-buhl

Reputable (adj) means Well thought of; having a good reputation. Example: “Always buy from a reputable dealer when purchasing a used car.”

adj

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 notes

In 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

reputed →

Common pairings

a reputable source reputable company reputable dealer

more reputable comparative, most reputable superlative

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From repute plus the adjective ending -able.

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What does “reputable” mean?

The word “reputable” means well thought of; having a good reputation. In plain terms, trustworthy and well-regarded.

How do you pronounce “reputable”?

“Reputable” is pronounced REHP-yuu-tuh-buhl (/ˈɹɛpjʊtəbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “reputable” in a sentence?

Here is “reputable” used in a sentence: “Always buy from a reputable dealer when purchasing a used car.”

What part of speech is “reputable”?

“Reputable” is an adjective.

Is “reputable” a common word?

“Reputable” is an uncommon word in modern English.