Learn how to use the comparative “more respectable” and superlative “most respectable” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “respectable”?

The comparative form of “respectable” is “more respectable”.

Example

Wearing formal attire is more respectable than wearing casual clothes.

Example

Having a stable job is more respectable than being unemployed.

What is the superlative form of “respectable”?

The superlative form of “respectable” is “most respectable”.

Example

Among all the professions, being a doctor is the most respectable.

Example

Her dedication to her work is the most respectable quality about her.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "respectable" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more respectable" and "most respectable" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of respect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Respectable" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more respectable”

more honorable

Used to describe something that is more deserving of respect or admiration.

Example

Helping others is more honorable than seeking personal gain.

more dignified

Used to indicate that something is more worthy of respect or esteem.

Example

His behavior at the event was more dignified than anyone else's.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most respectable”

most honorable

Used to describe something that is the most deserving of respect or admiration.

Example

His selflessness is the most honorable trait I've ever seen.

most dignified

Used to indicate that something is the most worthy of respect or esteem.

Example

The way she handled the situation was the most dignified response possible.

Using than with comparative “more respectable”

When using the comparative form "more respectable" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Wearing formal attire is more respectable than wearing casual clothes." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of respectability in "wearing formal attire" is higher than the level of respectability in "wearing casual clothes."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more respectable” and “most respectable” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Appearance

  Dressing professionally is more respectable than dressing casually.

  Dressing professionally is more respectable than dressing casually.

• 2. Occupation

  Being a lawyer is the most respectable profession in his family.

  Being a lawyer is the most respectable profession in his family.

• 3. Actions

  Choosing honesty is more respectable than resorting to lies.

  Choosing honesty is more respectable than resorting to lies.

• 4. Character

  Her kindness is the most respectable quality about her.

  Her kindness is the most respectable quality about her.