Esteem

Quick meaning: Esteem is a noun meaning Assessment, estimation, or regard; especially; favourable estimation or regard.

Meaning

Assessment, estimation, or regard; especially; favourable estimation or regard.

More Meanings

1. To set a high value on; to regard with respect or reverence.
2. To regard something as valuable; to prize.
3. To look upon something in a particular way.
4. (dated) To judge; to estimate; to appraise

Example Sentences

Will he esteem thy riches?

We hold her in high esteem.

You talk kindlier: we esteem you for it.

The Earth, which I esteem unable to reflect the rays of the Sun.

Word Forms

• esteems
• esteeme
• esteeming
• esteemed

Synonyms for esteem

Depending on context, synonyms include respect, revere, honor, idolize, prize, hallow.

Antonyms for esteem

Common opposites include contemn, despise, despect, disrespect, disdain, disesteem.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include respect, repute, value, admiration, regard, prise.

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