esteem

Definition

  • n. the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

Word forms

Past participle
esteemed
Past tense
esteemed
Third person singular
esteems
Present participle
esteeming

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Her hard work earned her the esteem of her colleagues.

  2. vt.

    I esteem her opinions because she is very knowledgeable.