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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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   What are some synonyms for respect?

   • Some common synonyms of respect are admire, esteem, and regard. While all these words mean "to recognize the worth of a person or thing," respect implies a considered evaluation or estimation. When can admire be used instead of respect?

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   What are some other words for "respected?"

   • Some common synonyms of respect are admire, esteem, and regard. While all these words mean "to recognize the worth of a person or thing," respect implies a considered evaluation or estimation.

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   What is the definition of "respect?"

   • Respect is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone. If you respect your teacher, you admire her and treat her well. People respect others who are impressive for any reason, such as being in authority — like a teacher or cop — or being older — like a grandparent. You show respect by being polite and kind.

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   What is an example of respect?

   • Accepting yourself the way you are, valuing and appreciating yourself are also examples of respecting oneself. Respect can also be defined as showing regards to others. This is probably the broadest definition of respect as it involves many elements and different practices. This includes greeting someone when you meet them.

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   Synonyms for RESPECT: regard, reference, admiration, appreciation, praise, esteem, reverence, adoration; Antonyms of RESPECT: condemnation, disdain, contempt, disapproval, scorn, disregard, disappointment, indignation.

   • How does the verb 'respect' contrast with its synonyms?

     Some common synonyms of respect are admire, esteem, and regard. While all these words mean "to recognize the worth of a person or thing," respect i...
   • When can 'admire' be used instead of 'respect'?

     While in some cases nearly identical to respect, admire suggests usually enthusiastic appreciation and often deep affection. // a friend that I tru...
   • When could 'esteem' be used to replace 'respect'?

     The words esteem and respect can be used in similar contexts, but esteem implies greater warmth of feeling accompanying a high valuation. // no cit...
   • When might 'regard' be a better fit than 'respect'?

     The words regard and respect are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, regard is a general term that is usually qualified. // he is high...

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   Synonyms: value, appreciate, assess, look upon, jimmy, pry, honor, esteem, observe, measure, abide by, prize, lever, treasure, rate, regard as, honour, look on, evaluate, repute, prise, think of, take to be, appraise, valuate. Antonyms: disrespect, disesteem. respect, honor, honour, abide by, observe verb.

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   #100	find
   #253	area
   #259	subject
   #352	rate

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   Synonyms of respect. 1. : a relation or reference to a particular thing or situation. remarks having respect to an earlier plan. 2. : an act of giving particular attention : consideration. 3. a. : high or special regard : esteem. b. : the quality or state of being esteemed. c. respects plural : expressions of high or special regard or deference.

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   Synonyms for respect in Free Thesaurus. Antonyms for respect. 131 synonym for respect: think highly of, value, regard, honour, recognize, appreciate, admire, esteem, adore, revere, reverence, look up to, defer to, venerate. What are synonyms for respect?