CEFR B2

esteem

verb/noun

Meaning

To regard with respect; to value highly.

Examples

He is highly esteemed by his colleagues for his innovative ideas.
The professor was esteemed for her groundbreaking research in physics.

Synonyms: value, respect, admire, revere

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esteem (B2)

verb/noun

Pronunciation: [ɪˈstiːm]

Definition

To regard with respect; to value highly.

Examples

He is highly esteemed by his colleagues for his innovative ideas.
The professor was esteemed for her groundbreaking research in physics.
Many people esteem honesty and integrity above all else.

How to Use esteem

esteem someone/something (collocation): To have a high opinion of someone or something. — "I deeply esteem her judgment on financial matters."
in high esteem (collocation): Held in great respect. — "The scientist was held in high esteem by the academic community."
lose esteem (collocation): To be no longer respected. — "The politician lost the esteem of his voters after the broken promises."

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