well-thought-of

[/ˌwɛl ˈθɔːt əv/]
adjective
bem-conceituado; respeitado; estimado
1. Regarded with respect, admiration, or approval by others; having a good reputation
She is a well-thought-of member of the community.
Ela é uma membra bem-conceituada da comunidade.
2. Considered to be of high quality or merit; favorably regarded
His well-thought-of research has influenced the entire field.
Sua pesquisa respeitada influenciou todo o campo.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, this expression is commonly used in professional, academic, and social settings to describe individuals or institutions with strong reputations. In Brazil, 'bem-conceituado' is particularly prevalent in formal contexts such as business, law, and academia, while more casual variants like 'bem-visto' may be used in everyday speech.
NYC Slang
solid rep; got clout; highly respected
Synonyms / Sinônimos
respectedesteemedreputablehighly regardedadmiredwell-regardedacclaimed
Antonyms / Antônimos
disreputableill-regardeddespiseddisrespectedpoorly-regarded

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bem-conceituado; respeitado; estimado
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
bem-visto; de boa reputação
Informal variant used in business contexts
Portugal
bem conceituado; respeitado; de boa reputação
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese with slight vocabulary variations

Related Words

reputationesteemregardstandingprestigehonor

Related Idioms & Phrases

have a good name
stand in good stead
enjoy a good reputation
be held in high regard
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