Respectability
Pronunciation: /riːˌspɛktəˈbɪlɪtiː/
Respectability (noun)
- The state of being seen as proper, trustworthy, and acceptable in society.
- Behaviour that follows accepted rules and shows you are serious and responsible.
- A level of honour or credibility a person or group gains from how others judge them.
Examples
- Her respectability helped her get a better job.
- Respectability can open doors in many communities.