esteem

Definitions

Respect and admiration, typically for a person.

To consider or judge something in a particular way.

The regard in which one is held.

Examples

She is held in high esteem by all of her colleagues.

I have great esteem for his dedication to public service.

Low self-esteem can often prevent people from reaching their full potential.

Synonyms

respect admiration regard honor reverence appreciation veneration

Antonyms

disrespect contempt scorn disdain disregard aversion loathing