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- Dictionaryrespect/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 Opposite
- 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights of others: "young people's lack of respect for their parents" Similar Opposite
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 Opposite
- 2. have due regard for (someone's feelings, wishes, or rights): "I respected his views" Similar Opposite
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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.
RESPECT definition: 1. admiration felt or shown for someone or something that you believe has good ideas or qualities…. Learn more.
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. paid our respects. 4.
respect is commonly the result of admiration and approbation, together with deference: to feel respect for a great scholar. esteem is deference combined with admiration and often with affection: to hold a friend in great esteem. veneration is an almost religious attitude of deep respect, reverence, and love, such as we feel for persons or ...
relation or reference: inquiries with respect to a route. Synonyms: connection, regard. esteem for or a sense of the worth or excellence of a person, a personal quality or ability, or something considered as a manifestation of a personal quality or ability: I have great respect for her judgment.
[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.
re·spect. (rĭ-spĕkt′) n. 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem: I have great respect for your work. See Synonyms at regard. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem: a leader held in the greatest respect. 3. a. Consideration or appreciation: Can't you at least give me some respect? b.
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.
RESPECT definition: 1. polite behaviour towards someone, especially because they are older or more important than you…. Learn more.
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.
