think much of
Hold in esteem
To think much of something or someone is to have a high opinion of them, to value or esteem them.
The phrase appears almost exclusively in negative constructions: I don't think much of his chances, She didn't think much of the proposal.
Saying you don't think much of something is a politely understated way of expressing disapproval or doubt.
- admireRegard with approval
- esteemFavorable opinion of worth
- appreciateRecognize value or merit
- valueImportance or price
- revereDeeply respect and admire
venerate · put on a pedestal · prize · respect · set store by · assess · care for · hold dear · weigh · honor · treasure · deliberate · cherish · favor · commend · consider · extol · reflect
esteem/regard
think much ofthink little of
To scorn or undervalue
think nothing of · look down on · hold in contempt · despise · disdain
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