high regard
Deep admiration felt
High regard is deep respect or admiration for someone or something.
To hold someone in high regard is to think very well of them: She was held in high regard by her colleagues.
The phrase often appears in formal contexts—recommendations, eulogies, professional assessments: I have the highest regard for his judgment.
- esteemFavorable opinion of worth
- honorHigh regard, moral dignity
- reputationCollective opinion of someone
- good nameFavorable public regard
- prestigeReputation commanding admiration
good standing · appreciation · integrity · deference · recognition · tribute · virtue · look up to · status · respect · merit · distinction · veneration · commendation · gratitude · dignity · valued · renowned
- Esteemrespect, honor, reverence, prestige, esteem
- praiselauding, compliments, laudation, accolades, great job
- Favorapproval, liking, preference, support, acceptance
high regardcontempt
Disdainful disregard
disdain · scorn · disrespect · disesteem · derision
high regarddisregard
Willful lack of attention
neglect · indifference · dismissal · inattention · apathy
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