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re·spect·ful
 respectful
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- pronunciation:
- rih
spekt
f
 l
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
having or showing respect; being polite.
It is not respectful to stick out your tongue.- synonyms:
- considerate, courteous, polite, thoughtful
- antonyms:
- smart
- similar words:
- attentive, civil, dutiful, obedient, proper, well-behaved
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| related words: |
courteous, good, polite, thoughtful |
| derivations: |
respectfully (adv.), respectfulness (n.) |
The word respectful
contains the following part:
-ful1
Old English
adjective-forming suffix
that means full of
  More about this word part:
The suffix -ful1 attaches to native English nouns to form adjectives.
Example words:
awful, beautiful, careful, cheerful, colorful, delightful, doubtful, dutiful, faithful, fearful, graceful, harmful, helpful, hopeful, joyful, meaningful, painful, peaceful, plentiful, powerful, purposeful, respectful, skillful, stressful, successful, thankful, thoughtful, wasteful, useful
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