esteem
Pronunciation: [ɪˈstim]
Word
Context: “relationship”
(noun) esteem is when you respect someone and think they are important or a good person. It's like when you look up to someone because they are kind or smart.
Example
I have great esteem for my teacher because she helps us learn so much.
Example
He lost the esteem of his friends after he was dishonest.
Example
Do you think everyone should have esteem for their parents?
Context: “relationship”
(verb) to esteem someone means to think very highly of them. It’s like giving them praise in your mind because they do good things.
Example
I esteem my grandparents for all the stories they tell and their wise advice.
Example
She doesn't esteem people who are rude and unkind.
Example
Who do you esteem the most in your life?
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