repute
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈpjuːt/
KK: /rɪˈpjuːt/
noun
Definition
The state of being well thought of by others; a good name or character that someone has in the eyes of the public.
Example
Her repute as a skilled artist has attracted many clients.
Conversation
Have you heard about Mark's repute?
Yeah, I heard he’s really good at his job.
It’s impressive how he built that repute in such a short time.
Definitely! It makes me want to work harder to improve my own.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
standing
status
reputation
Antonyms
disrepute
shame
dishonor
transitive verb
Definition
To believe or consider someone or something to have a certain quality or reputation.
Example
Many people repute her as a talented artist.
Tense Forms
Past: reputed
Past Participle: reputed
Conversation
I always repute her as one of the best artists in town.
Yeah, her work really speaks for itself!
I think people should repute her talent more widely.
Root Explanation
**Repute** → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "putare" (meaning to think or consider). The word "repute" means to think of someone or something again, often in terms of reputation or regard.
Memory Tip
Think of 'thinking again' about someone — 're-' means again, and 'putare' means to think. This helps you remember that 'repute' relates to how someone is regarded.
Visually Confused Words
respue
refute
rebute
depute
unreputed
repollute
redispute
recompute