American English pronunciation
How to pronounce respectable
IPA transcription: [ɹɪs'pɛktəbəl]
Pronunciation variants: [ɹɪs'pɛktəbəl][ɹis'pɛktəbəl]
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Adjective
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characterized by socially or conventionally acceptable morals
“a respectable woman”
Adjective
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deserving of esteem and respect
“all respectable companies give guarantees”
“ruined the family's good name”
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large in amount or extent or degree
“it cost a considerable amount”
“a goodly amount”
“received a hefty bonus”
“a respectable sum”
“a tidy sum of money”
“a sizable fortune”
Usage examples
- Home ownership is considered the mark of a "respectable" family.
- Arrogance does not make a respectable man.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.
- He finished in a respectable fourth-place.
- It's a private club, for only the most respectable people.