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well-thought-of

[ wel-thawt-uhv, -ov ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

highly esteemed; of good reputation:
a well-thought-of scholar; This new book is well-thought-of.

well-thought-of

First recorded in 1570–80

When Ruric had ended this talking, Count Manuel laughed scornfully, and spoke as became a well-thought-of nobleman.

For, believe me, there is nothing so all-absorbing as for once respected and well-thought-of people to be under a cloud.

You are rich and well-thought-of at Court, and I a soldier of fortune, not too successful.

The mob consisted of boys, young men, and some of the poorer and less well-thought-of people.

April 18, 2024petrichor

[pet-ri-kawr]

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