respect
(noun, verb, interjection)
interjection
1. (Jamaica) hello, hi
noun
1. (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
- it differs in that respect
Similar word(s): regard
Definition categories: thought, detail, item, point
2. the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
Similar word(s): esteem, regard
Definition categories: state, honor, honour, laurels
3. an attitude of admiration or esteem
- she lost all respect for him
Similar word(s): esteem, regard
Definition categories: thought, attitude
4. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
- be sure to give my respects to the dean
Similar word(s): deference
Definition categories: act, civility, politeness
5. behavior intended to please your parents
- he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes
Similar word(s): obedience
Definition categories: act
6. a feeling of friendship and esteem
- he inspires respect
Similar word(s): regard
Definition categories: feeling, affection, affectionateness, fondness, heart, philia, tenderness, warmheartedness, warmness
7. courteous regard for people's feelings
- out of respect for his privacy
Similar word(s): deference, respectfulness
Definition categories: attribute, courtesy
Sentences with respect as a noun:
- He is an intellectual giant, and I have great respect for him.
- we do respect people for their dignity and worth.
- The mourners paid their last respects to the deceased poet.
- This year's model is superior to last year's in several respects.
verb
1. regard highly; think much of
- I respect his judgement
Similar word(s): esteem, prise, prize, value
Definition categories: cognition, consider, reckon, regard, see, view
2. show respect towards
Similar word(s): honor, honour, observe
Definition categories: social, accept
Sentences with respect as a verb:
- She is an intellectual giant, and I respect her greatly.
- I respect your right to hold that belief, although I think it is nonsense.
- They failed to respect the treaty they had signed, and invaded.