respected
/rɪˈspɛktɪd/
adjective
- Admired by many people because of good qualities, achievements, or position.
- She is a respected judge known for her fairness.
- The respected professor gave a lecture on climate change.
- Our community respects the respected elder who helped build the local library.
verb
- Past tense of respect: to have admired someone or something for their qualities or achievements.
- They respected the ancient traditions of the village.
- I respected her opinion even though I disagreed.
- He respected his coach for pushing him to do his best.