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- pronunciation:
- rih
spekt
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word History, Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the state or condition of being thought of with honor or admiration; such admiration itself.
My grandparents enjoy the respect and love of our entire family.- synonyms:
- esteem, regard
- antonyms:
- contempt, disrespect, scorn
- similar words:
- admiration, favor, honor, reputation
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definition 2: |
a particular point or detail (usually used with "in").
She is like her father except in one respect.- synonyms:
- detail
- similar words:
- way
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definition 3: |
regard; relation; reference.
The new worker has a few questions with respect to the rules.- similar words:
- relation
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definition 4: |
(plural) a polite expression of greeting or esteem.
Please give my respects to your family.- synonyms:
- compliments, regards
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related words: |
approval, attachment, consideration, courtesy, credit |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
respects, respecting, respected |
definition 1: |
to express honor or esteem towards.
You should respect your mother.- synonyms:
- esteem, honor
- antonyms:
- disrespect, ridicule, scorn
- similar words:
- admire, defer, favor, regard, revere
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definition 2: |
to show consideration for.
My mother respects the need I have to be by myself sometimes.- synonyms:
- comply with, esteem, observe
- antonyms:
- abuse, disapprove, dismiss, disobey, disregard, disrespect, ignore
- similar words:
- abide by, adhere to, follow, heed, obey
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related words: |
adhere, cherish, observe, prize, recognize, value, worship |
derivation: |
respecter (n.) |
Respect comes from a Latin word that means "an act of looking back at."
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