dictionary.pt
esteem
nounfemininegeneral usevery common/iʃˈtimɐ/es·ti·ma
Definition
11. Favorable consideration and respect for someone. 2. Regard, affection.
Usage examples
“The teacher enjoys the esteem of all his students.”
“I hold you in deep esteem and friendship.”
Common combinations
high esteemdeserve esteemfeeling of esteemhold in high esteem
Idiomatic expressions
- hold in high esteem (to respect and value greatly)