Reputation
/ˌrɛp.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/noun
The beliefs or opinions that are generally held about someone or something.
Did you know?In the medieval period, one's reputation was closely tied to their social standing and could literally determine their fate in life and death situations, like duels or trials.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*repu-
“to break open, to restore, to re-create.”
Latin
Latin
reputatio
“a weighing again, consideration, or reflection.”
Old French
Old French
reputation
“reputation, renown.”
14th Century
Middle English
reputacioun
“the state of being held in high regard, esteem.”
Modern English
English
reputation
“the collective opinion or assessment of a person or entity in society.”
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