Definition

The quality of being respectable or worthy of respect; having a good reputation or status in society.

Example

Her respectableness in the community made her a trusted leader.

Conversation

I always thought that having a sense of respectableness was important in our community.

Yeah, it really helps build trust among people.

Exactly! It shows that we value each other and our relationships.

Right, and it encourages others to act with integrity too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Respectableness → It is formed from "respect" (from Latin "respectus", meaning regard or consideration) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of) and "-ness" (meaning the state of). The word "respectableness" refers to the state of being worthy of respect or consideration.

Memory Tip

Think of 'respect' as having 'regard' for someone, and when you add '-able' and '-ness', it means being in a state that is worthy of that regard.

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