What does well-regarded mean?
Well-regarded means Admired, highly thought of, approved of..
Well-regarded
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Admired, highly thought of, approved of..
Example Sentences
James Forstner was a well-regarded juvenile probation officer in San Francisco. He was, that is, until last fall when he began sporting a beard.
"He has to be one of the most well-regarded individuals among senior Government officials and corporations worldwide. He can get a meeting with anyone he wants."
The CIRC, made up of a three-strong panel chaired by the well-regarded Swiss politician Dick Marty, will conduct its hearings in private.
Eventually the NUR overplayed its hands with an all-out strike. And when Peter Parker, the then-chairman of BR, who was well regarded among his staff, called their bluff by threatening to close down the entire network, they caved in.
Synonyms for well-regarded
Antonyms for well-regarded
Related Words
Word Forms
- more well-regarded
- most well-regarded
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for well-regarded?
Common synonyms include eminent, esteemed, respected, admired.
What is the opposite of well-regarded?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use well-regarded in a sentence?
James Forstner was a well-regarded juvenile probation officer in San Francisco. He was, that is, until last fall when he began sporting a beard.
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