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respectable

[ɹi.ˈspɛk.tə.bl̩]

adjective

Meaning

  • Deserving respect.

    "His accomplishments, morals, loyalty, and stature make him a respectable person."

  • Decent; satisfactory.

    "Turn up to the interview wearing something respectable.  She plays a respectable game of chess.  He got a respectable B+ on his last exam."

  • Moderately well-to-do.

Synonyms

honorable