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respect - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
respect
Definition
(noun) (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
Synonyms
:
regard
Example Sentence
it differs in that respect
Definition
(noun) the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
Synonyms
:
esteem
,
regard
Example Sentence
it is held in esteem
a man who has earned high regard
Definition
(noun) an attitude of admiration or esteem
Synonyms
:
esteem
,
regard
Example Sentence
she lost all respect for him
Definition
(noun) a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
Synonyms
:
deference
Example Sentence
his deference to her wishes was very flattering
be sure to give my respects to the dean
Definition
(noun) behavior intended to please your parents
Synonyms
:
obedience
Example Sentence
their children were never very strong on obedience
he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes
Definition
(noun) a feeling of friendship and esteem
Synonyms
:
regard
Example Sentence
she mistook his manly regard for love
he inspires respect
Definition
(noun) courteous regard for people's feelings
Synonyms
:
deference
,
respectfulness
Example Sentence
in deference to your wishes
out of respect for his privacy
Definition
(verb) regard highly; think much of
Synonyms
:
esteem
,
prise
,
prize
,
value
Example Sentence
I respect his judgement
We prize his creativity
Definition
(verb) show respect towards
Synonyms
:
abide by
,
honor
,
honour
,
observe
Example Sentence
honor your parents!
Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for respect
respect
Word used in video below:
text: of respect yeah no no you're right
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