noun

respect and admiration.

he was held in high esteem by colleagues

respect,admiration,(high) regard,(high/good) opinion,estimation,acclaim,approbation,approval,appreciation,favour,popularity,recognition,veneration,awe,reverence,deference,honour,praise,adulation,extolment,homage,laudation

verb

respect and admire.

many of these qualities are esteemed by managers

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