Of bad/good report

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phrase

Having a reputation, either positive (good report) or negative (bad report).

She is a woman of good report, known for her kindness.
Visual representation of "of bad/good report" - Having a reputation, either positive (good report) or negative (bad report).

Often appears as...

  • man of good report
  • woman of bad report

Usage tips

Formal

Idiomatic

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Reputation Emphasis

This phrase emphasizes a person's known character in the community or society.

Illustration for Reputation Emphasis
The mayor is a man of good report for his dedication to public service.
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Literary Usage

The phrase is more common in literary or formal contexts than everyday conversation.

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In the novel, the protagonist was a woman of bad report, shunned by her peers.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Understanding cultural differences is important as some cultures might not use this phrase commonly.

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Although he was of good report in his homeland, the expatriate struggled to be recognized in the new country.
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