Reputable
adj.capable, thoughtfulprofessional
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.
Choose between these
8- everyday
when the concern is whether an operation is genuine and lawful
not when Merely being legitimate is a lower bar than earning a good reputation.
- warm
when consistent delivery matters more than public standing
not when Private reliability alone does not make a provider reputable in the market.
- warm
when personal honesty is the central assurance
not when A new person may be trustworthy without the established public record implied by reputable.
- professional
when a claim or speaker deserves belief
not when Credibility can apply to one statement; reputable describes a broader track record.
- professional
when longevity and a secure position reduce uncertainty
not when Age in a field does not prove the good conduct that reputable promises.
- professional
when others hold the subject in high regard
not when Respect may come from authority or achievement rather than ethical business conduct.
- formal
accredited
when an authorized body has formally approved qualifications
not when Never infer accreditation from good reviews; reputable makes no certification claim.
- formal
when moral character deserves explicit praise
not when It is too personal and elevated for a vendor chosen mainly on verified quality.
Said against
3- disreputable
- untrustworthy
- dubious
It naturally appears in
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.