Commentary: REPUTATION[+quality][+of_entity][+perceived][+by_public][+descriptive][+ethical]
NOTE: implies a positive quality
NOTE: restrictive usage of general Sense 3
Examples:
These charges of bribery have ruined his good reputation.
Their firm's reputation of integrity with clients is unassailable.
Her reputation in the community is very important to her.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1
Commentary: REPUTATION[+quality][+of_conduct][+perceived][+by_public][+descriptive][-ethical]
NOTE: has a pejorative connotation
NOTE: restrictive usage of general Sense 3
Examples:
Mary discovered her daughter had quite a reputation at the local biker bar.
He tried to play down his wild reputation at the class reunion.
I would not do business with a law firm with such a dubious and seedy reputation.
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2
Commentary: REPUTATION[+quality][+trait][+acknowledged][+publicly]
NOTE: refers to a general characteristic, trait or skill, not an ethical or unethical conduct
NOTE: implies 'reputation of/for X' where X specifies the trait or ability
Examples:
Jane has a reputation for being a stickler on details.
Boston lived up to its reputation as a city of aggressive, dangerous drivers.
That breed of dog has a reputation for being high strung.
Our reputations are riding on completing this project on time. (quality of being competent)
This university only grants tenure to scholars with established reputations. (quality of being excellent in their field)
Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3