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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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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishRESPECT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   RESPECT definition: 1. admiration felt or shown for someone or something that you believe has good ideas or qualities…. Learn more.

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4. 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.

5. www.britannica.com › dictionary › respectRespect Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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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.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishRESPECT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   RESPECT definition: 1. polite behaviour towards someone, especially because they are older or more important than you…. Learn more.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionrespect noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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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.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionrespect verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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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.

9. www.thefreedictionary.com › respectRespect - definition of respect by The Free Dictionary

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   1. To feel or show deferential regard for; esteem or admire: All the other scholars respect her. 2. a. To avoid interfering with or intruding upon: Please respect my privacy. b. To avoid violating: I respected the speed limit throughout the trip. 3. To relate or refer to; concern: As respects the rights of land owners, this law says nothing.