The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

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.
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         In the article of danger, it is as reputable to elude
         an enemy as defeat one.                  --Broome.
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   Syn: Respectable; creditable; estimable.
        [1913 Webster] -- Rep"u ta*ble*ness, n. --
        Rep"u*ta*bly, adv.
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