Esteem Definition
esteem
noun
- the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded); "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard"
- a feeling of delighted approval and liking
- an attitude of admiration or esteem; "she lost all respect for him"
verb
- regard highly; think much of; "I respect his judgement"; "We prize his creativity"
- look on as or consider; "she looked on this affair as a joke"; "He thinks of himself as a brilliant musician"; "He is reputed to be intelligent"
"Esteem" in song lyrics
See how esteem is used in real songs:
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"I hold my Grandfather clock in high esteem"
Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock -
"in a high esteem"
Blackalicious — Rock the Spot -
"My rockin Ribatta jeans got number my self esteem"
David Banner f/ Doe Hicks, Luck, Saavy — I Look Good
Words that rhyme with esteem
Usage tips for "esteem"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "esteem" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for esteem to find words that pair well.