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esteem Definition and Meaning in English (esteem definition)

noun
Synonyms:respectregardadmiration
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Esteem definition: Esteem refers to the high regard or respect that someone holds for another person or for themselves.

Definitions of Esteem

  1. 1noun

    Esteem refers to the high regard or respect that someone holds for another person or for themselves.

  2. 2verb

    To esteem someone means to hold them in high regard or to respect them deeply.

Example Sentences

formal

“She held him in high esteem for his honesty and integrity.”

general

“It is important to esteem oneself and one's abilities to build confidence.”

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nounself-esteem
adjectiveesteemed
adjectiveestimable

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