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   Re·spect

   /rəˈspek(t)/

   

   noun

   • 1. a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements: "the director had a lot of respect for Douglas as an actor" Similar esteemregardhigh regardhigh opinionacclaimadmirationapprobationapprovalappreciationestimationfavorpopularityrecognitionvenerationawereverencedeferencehonorpraisehomageOpposite contempt
   • ▪ the state of being admired or respected: "his first chance in over fifteen years to regain respect in the business"
   • ▪ a person's polite greetings: "give my respects to your parents" Similar regardskind/kindest regardscomplimentsgreetingsbest wishesgood wishesfelicitationssalutationsarchaic:remembrancesdevoirs
   • 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others: "young people's lack of respect for their parents" Similar due regardconsiderationthoughtfulnessattentivenesspolitenesscourtesycivilitydeferenceOpposite disrespect
   • 3. a particular aspect, point, or detail: "the findings in this respect have been mixed" Similar aspectregardfacetfeaturewaysensecharacteristicparticularpointdetailquestionmatterconnection

   verb

   • 1. admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements: "she was respected by everyone she worked with" Similar esteemadmirethink highly ofhave a high opinion ofhold in high regardhold in (high) esteemthink much ofapprove ofappreciatecherishvalueset (great) store byprizetreasurelook up topay homage toveneratereverereverenceadulateworshipidolizeput on a pedestallionizehero-worshiphonorapplaudpraisefavorOpposite despise
   • ▪ have due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of: "I respected his views" Similar show consideration forshow regard fortake into considerationtake into accountmake allowances fortake cognizance ofobservepay heed/attention tobear in mindbe mindful ofbe heedful ofrememberarchaic:regardOpposite scorn
   • ▪ avoid harming or interfering with: "it is incumbent upon all boaters to respect the environment"
   • ▪ agree to recognize and abide by (a legal requirement): "he urged all foreign nationals to respect the laws of their country of residence" Similar abide bycomply withfollowadhere toconform toact in accordance withacquiesce toassent toconsent toaccord toyield tosubmit todefer tobow toobeyobservehold tokeep (to)stick tostand byheedOpposite ignoredisobey

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Latin respectus, from the verb respicere ‘look back at, regard’, from re- ‘back’ + specere ‘look at’.

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   1 day ago · Respect is a key ingredient for successful team building activities. It helps create a positive and collaborative atmosphere, where everyone feels valued and heard.

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   1 day ago · Respect is a crucial element in all aspects of life, and when respect is lost, trust and communication can struggle to flourish. Respect can be lost just as quickly as it is gained, so avoid any ...

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   4 days ago · to visit or speak with someone in a polite way as a sign of respect… See the full definition. Games & Quizzes; Games & Quizzes; Word of the Day; Grammar ...

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   6 days ago · If you respect others, they will respect you. 4. The old should be treated with due respect. Children should be treated with gentleness. 5. He who respects his parents never dies. 6. Respect out of fear is never genuine; reverence out of respect is never false. 7.

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   3 days ago · 1) You speak highly of yourself. When you speak to others about who you are, you immediately draw upon your qualities and positive characteristics. You have an acute understanding of the contribution you’re making to the lives of others and you have no hesitation in explaining what your contributions are. This isn’t being arrogant.

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   3 days ago · The meaning of HAVE A HIGH REGARD FOR is to respect and admire very much. How to use have a high regard for in a sentence.

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   • When you respect yourself, you stop needing the validation of others. You know why you’re taking certain actions. You do what you think is best for you and the people you care about. But when people disagree with the actions you’re taking, you have enough self-respect to continue doing what you’re doing anyway.

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   3 days ago · Good listening prevents misunderstandings, keeps fights from escalating, and sets up a pattern of mutual respect that makes resolving issues much easier. Make Respect a 24/7 Commitment. My late husband Jim and I learned how to speak respectfully to each other. We made communicating with respect 24/7 a lifetime commitment. We kept our word to ...