Word: Reputation
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The beliefs or opinions that others have about someone or something; how they are viewed by people.
Synonyms: Standing, status, name, image
Antonyms: Disgrace, shame, dishonour
Example 1: Her reputation as a talented artist has attracted many collectors to her gallery.
Example 2: Maintaining a positive reputation is important for businesses to attract customers.
Example 3: After the incident, he realised how quickly a person’s reputation could change.
Did you know that the word “reputation†comes from the Latin word "reputatio," which means "to think again"? This reflects how people's opinions about us can change over time based on our actions.
"It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it." — Benjamin Franklin
1. What does "reputation" mean?
a) A type of dance
b) The opinions others have about someone
c) A kind of food
d) A geographical location
Answer: b) The opinions others have about someone
2. Which of these is a synonym of "reputation"?
a) Standing
b) Chair
c) Table
d) Carpet
Answer: a) Standing
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "reputation"?
a) Fame
b) Honour
c) Disgrace
d) Glory
Answer: c) Disgrace
4. Which sentence uses "reputation" correctly?
a) She bought a reputation for her new car.
b) His reputation was built on years of hard work.
c) The recipe improved her reputation.
d) He told a story about his reputation.
Answer: b) His reputation was built on years of hard work.
5. What does the idiom "protect your reputation" imply?
a) Ignore what others say
b) Take care to maintain a good image
c) Own a famous business
d) Always be the first one to speak
Answer: b) Take care to maintain a good image
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