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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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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.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › respectRespect - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   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.

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

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   respect, esteem, veneration imply recognition of personal qualities by approbation, deference, and more or less affection.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › respectRespect Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of RESPECT is a relation or reference to a particular thing or situation. How to use respect in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Respect.

6. www.oed.com › dictionary › respect_nrespect, n. meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English ...

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   There are 25 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun respect, 15 of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RespectRespect - Wikipedia

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   Respect, also called esteem, is a positive feeling or deferential action shown towards someone or something considered important or held in high esteem or regard. It conveys a sense of admiration for good or valuable qualities.

8. 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. 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. A two-minute silence was held as a mark of respect.

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

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   RESPECT meaning: 1 : a feeling of admiring someone or something that is good, valuable, important, etc.; 2 : a feeling or understanding that someone or something is important, serious, etc., and should be treated in an appropriate way

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryRESPECT - All you need to know about it | Collins English ...

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    A complete guide to the word "RESPECT": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

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

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