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   respect

   /rɪˈspɛkt/

   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 opinionacclaimadmirationapprobationapprovalappreciationestimationfavourpopularityrecognitionvenerationawereverencedeferencehonourpraisehomageOpposite 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 their Excellencies" Similar regardskind/kindest regardscomplimentsgreetingsbest wishesgood wishesfelicitationssalutationsarchaic:remembrancesdevoirs
   • ▪ used to express the speaker's approval of someone or something: informal "respect to Hill for a truly non-superficial piece on the techno scene"
   • 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights 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-worshiphonourapplaudpraisefavourOpposite despise
   • 2. have due regard for (someone's feelings, wishes, or rights): "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 hill users to respect the environment"
   • ▪ agree to recognize and abide by (a legal requirement): "the crown and its ministers ought to respect the ordinary law" 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 is respect noun?

   • Definition of respect noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary [uncountable, singular] respect (for somebody/something) a strong feeling of approval of somebody/something because of their good qualities or achievements I have the utmost respect for her and her work. They feel a deep and mutual respect for each other.

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   What does it mean if you respect someone?

   • 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] If you have respect for someone, you have a good opinion of them. His voice was warm with friendship and respect. 3. See also self-respect

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   What are some examples of respect?

   • to differ in some respect. inquiries with respect to a route. I have great respect for her judgment. respect for a suspect's right to counsel; to show respect for the flag; respect for the elderly. to be held in respect. Give my respects to your parents. favor or partiality. Archaic. a consideration. I cannot respect a cheat.

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   What does it mean to respect a teacher?

   • 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 does'respect' mean?

   • Respect! (= used to praise somebody) She had a lot of respect for him as an actor, but didn't like the way he treated other members of the cast. He felt a grudging respect for her talents as an organizer. I have a tremendous respect for the fact that he finished the project. I have enormous respect for Pierre. He taught me a lot.

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   What is the difference between respect and respects?

   • Respect is an attitude of consideration or high regard. Respects, as a noun, does not have a direct meaning related to the concept of respect. It can refer to fulfilling requirements or obligations, or it can be a plural form of respect.

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