esteem

/i-ˈstēm/

noun

  1. the regard in which one is held; especially : high, regard

  2. worth, value

  3. opinion, judgment

verb

  1. to set a high value on : regard highly and prize accordingly

  2. to view as : consider

  3. think, believe

an esteemed guest

regard respect esteem admire mean to recognize the worth of a person or thing. regard is a general term that is usually qualified. respect implies a considered evaluation or estimation.

noun

  1. a confidence and satisfaction in oneself : self-respect

  2. self-conceit