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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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   esteem for or a sense of the worth or excellence of a person, a personal quality or ability, or something considered as a manifestation of a personal quality or ability: I have great respect for her judgment. Synonyms: honor, homage, reverence, estimation. deference to a right, privilege, privileged position, or someone or something considered ...

3. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishrespect noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   [uncountable, singular] polite behaviour towards or care for somebody/something that you think is important. respect for somebody/something to show a lack of respect for authority. They have a deep respect for the natural world. He has no respect for her feelings. Everyone has a right to be treated with respect.

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   noun. /rɪˈspɛkt/. [uncountable, singular] respect (for somebody/something) a feeling of admiration for someone or something because of their good qualities or achievements I have the greatest respect for your brother. A two-minute silence was observed as a mark of respect.

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   Britannica Dictionary definition of RESPECT. 1. : a feeling of admiring someone or something that is good, valuable, important, etc. [noncount] He has earned/gained/won their respect. The soldier saluted as a sign of respect. Despite our differences, I have enormous respect for him.

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   B1. admiration for someone because of their knowledge, skill, or achievements: She's an excellent teacher and I have the greatest respect for her. respect noun (SHOW IMPORTANCE) behaviour that shows you think something is important or needs to be dealt with carefully: Electricity can be dangerous and should always be treated with respect.

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   verb. /rɪˈspekt/ Verb Forms. (not usually used in the progressive tenses) respect somebody/something to have a very good opinion of somebody/something; to admire somebody/something. I respect Jack's opinion on most subjects. She was a much loved and highly respected teacher.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishRESPECT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 days ago · 1. verb. If you respect someone, you have a good opinion of their character or ideas. I want him to respect me as a career woman. [VERB noun] He needs the advice of people he respects, and he respects you. [VERB noun] Synonyms: think highly of, value, regard, honour More Synonyms of respect. 2. uncountable noun.