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- DictionaryRe·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"
- 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others: "young people's lack of respect for their parents"
verb
- 1. admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements: "she was respected by everyone she worked with"
RESPECT definition: 1. admiration felt or shown for someone or something that you believe has good ideas or qualities…. Learn more.
[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.
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.
respect. [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.
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.
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.
noun. 1 [mass noun] 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. More example sentences Synonyms. 1.1 the state of being admired or respected: his first chance in over fifteen years to regain respect in the business.