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Reputable

adj. capable, thoughtful professional

What it means

Known through credible conduct or work as worthy of trust.

Reach for it when describing a person or organization with a sound public record

A reputable surveyor checked the boundary before either neighbor signed.

Words to choose between 8

By register, from playful at the top to literary at the bottom. Tap a word to see when it fits.
everyday
warm
professional
formal

  • everyday

    legitimate

    Fits when the concern is whether an operation is genuine and lawful

    Careful Merely being legitimate is a lower bar than earning a good reputation.

  • warm

    dependable

    Fits when consistent delivery matters more than public standing

    Careful Private reliability alone does not make a provider reputable in the market.

  • warm

    trustworthy

    Fits when personal honesty is the central assurance

    Careful A new person may be trustworthy without the established public record implied by reputable.

  • professional

    credible

    Fits when a claim or speaker deserves belief

    Careful Credibility can apply to one statement; reputable describes a broader track record.

  • professional

    established

    Fits when longevity and a secure position reduce uncertainty

    Careful Age in a field does not prove the good conduct that reputable promises.

  • professional

    respected

    Fits when others hold the subject in high regard

    Careful Respect may come from authority or achievement rather than ethical business conduct.

  • formal

    accredited

    Fits when an authorized body has formally approved qualifications

    Careful Never infer accreditation from good reviews; reputable makes no certification claim.

  • formal

    honorable

    Fits when moral character deserves explicit praise

    Careful It is too personal and elevated for a vendor chosen mainly on verified quality.

Opposites 3

  • disreputable
  • untrustworthy
  • dubious

Common phrases 3

  • reputable company

    The council hired a reputable company with five completed bridge projects.

  • reputable source

    A reputable source published the full method beside its estimate.

  • reputable professional

    Ask a reputable professional to inspect the wiring before purchase.

Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Vealhurl, Southern England accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Updated