esteem

Meanings

• noun

  feeling of self-worth or respect from others

• verb

  to regard or value highly

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Pronunciation

1. [ɛsˈtiːm]
   
   
   
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Antonyms

scorn , slight , contemn , despise

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Synonyms

cherish , respect , revere

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with esteem
teem , seem , extreme

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Variants

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esteem , esteems , esteemed , esteeming , self-esteem , self-esteems

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Forms

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esteems, esteemed, esteeming

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Etymology

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From Old French estimer, from estre 'to be' + mere 'dear, valuable'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'esteem' is related to the word 'esteemed', which means 'highly valued'.

2. In ancient Rome, a person's social standing was determined by their esteem, or the respect they received from their peers.

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Related Concepts

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1. self-esteem: A person's overall subjective emotional evaluation of their worth

2. social esteem: The respect or admiration that an individual receives from their social group

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Culture

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In literature, esteem is often used to describe the admiration or respect that characters have for one another. In art, esteem is represented through portraits and statues that depict individuals held in high regard. In music, esteem is expressed through lyrics that celebrate the worth of an individual.

How to Memorize "esteem"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person receiving awards and accolades, or imagine a heart filled with positive words and emotions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with positive emotions and feelings, such as love, respect, and admiration.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'esteem' rhymes with 'team', so think of a team working together with high regard for one another.

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