reputation

noun

ˌre-pyə-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce reputation (audio)
Definition of reputationnext
as in repute
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general the college's athletic department has a good reputation, but the school's science facilities are a bit lacking

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Recent Examples of reputation The Max 10's certification represents another milestone in Boeing's efforts to restore its reputation and financial footing after years of safety, quality and production challenges. — Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026 That was the eye-opening prediction offered Wednesday by John Malone, the billionaire media mogul who has earned a reputation as a sage for his ability to anticipate the future. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026 Using her wits and deep knowledge of the ways of the place, Grace is determined to find the killer and seek justice—not just for the dead man, but to save the reputation of this iconic store from ruin. — Danielle Parker, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 Mallorca has been quietly shedding its reputation as a straightforward sun-and-sea destination for some time. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reputation
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  1. repute
  2. name
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  • John Field, one of Li’s two protagonists, was in fact a classical pianist of some repute, having invented the nocturne form of composition that Chopin would make famous in Field’s lifetime.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
  • And the ecological values of roadless areas are beyond repute.
    — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of repute
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  • Peanut brittle in individual packages lack the name of producer and ingredients.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The name came from the fact that the original cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg spice blend was the same as that used in pumpkin pie.
    — Rebekah Evans, TheWeek, 26 Oct. 2026
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“Reputation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reputation. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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