respected
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈspɛktɪd/
KK: /rɪˈspɛktɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing someone who is admired and valued for their qualities or achievements.
Example
She is a respected leader in the community.
Conversation
I really admire people who are respected in their fields.
Yeah, it takes a lot of hard work to earn that kind of recognition.
I wish I could be as respected as some of my mentors.
You will be, just keep pushing yourself and stay dedicated!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
esteemed
admired
valued
Antonyms
disdained
despised
scorned
verb
Definition
To be admired or held in high regard by others.
Example
She is a respected leader in her community.
Tense Forms
Past: respected
Past Participle: respected
Conversation
I really respected how she handled the situation yesterday.
Yeah, it took a lot of courage to stand up like that.
I think that's why everyone respected her even more afterward.
Root Explanation
Respected → It is formed from the prefix "re-" (meaning again) and the root "spect" (from Latin "spectare", meaning to look or see) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "respected" means to have been looked upon with admiration or esteem again, indicating a recognition of worth or value.
Memory Tip
Think of someone being 'looked at' ('spect') with admiration 'again' ('re-') — that's why respected means to be held in high regard.
Visually Confused Words
unrespected
repetend
repeated
reseed
resect