Esteem

/ɪˈstiːm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Respect and admiration, typically for a person.

She has a high esteem for her teachers and often seeks their advice.

A favorable opinion or judgment.

His esteem in the community grew after he volunteered for several charitable organizations.

verb

To regard highly or favorably; to respect or admire.

Many people esteem her for her integrity and wisdom.

To consider or value something in a particular way.

He esteems honesty above all other virtues.

Middle French 'estimer' from Latin 'aestimare' meaning to value or appraise.

self-esteem

Confidence in one's worth or abilities.

hold in esteem

To respect or admire someone highly.

esteem for

High regard or respect for someone or something.

appreciation

Recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.

admiration

Respect and warm approval.

regard

Attention to or concern for someone or something.

Beef

He has some beef with the esteem he gets at work.

Props

Giving him props for his high esteem in the industry.