The Collaborative International Dictionary
Repu tableness
Reputable \Rep"u*ta*ble\ (r?p"?-t?-b'l), a. [From Repute.] Having, or worthy of, good repute; held in esteem; honorable; praiseworthy; as, a reputable man or character; reputable conduct.
In the article of danger, it is as reputable to elude
an enemy as defeat one.
--Broome.
Syn: Respectable; creditable; estimable. [1913 Webster] -- Rep"u ta*ble*ness, n. -- Rep"u*ta*bly, adv.