respect

B1
Pronunciation
/ɹɪˈspɛkt/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

An attitude of consideration or high regard

Synonyms
aught consideration deference esteem fealty regard reverence
Example Sentences
  • He is an intellectual giant, and I have great respect for him.
2 Definition

Good opinion, honor, or admiration

Synonyms
admiration esteem honor recognition regard reverence veneration
3 Definition

(always plural) Polite greetings, often offered as condolences after a death.

Example Sentences
  • The mourners paid their last respects to the deceased poet.
4 Definition

A particular aspect, feature or detail of something

Synonyms
aspect dimension face facet side
Example Sentences
  • This year's model is superior to last year's in several respects.
5 Definition

Good will; favor

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To have respect for.

Example Sentences
  • She is an intellectual giant, and I respect her greatly.
2 Definition

To have regard for something, to observe a custom, practice, rule or right.

Example Sentences
  • I respect your right to hold that belief, although I think it is nonsense.
3 Definition

To abide by an agreement.

Example Sentences
  • They failed to respect the treaty they had signed, and invaded.
4 Definition

To take notice of; to regard as worthy of special consideration; to heed.

5 Definition

(dated except in "respecting") To relate to; to be concerned with.

6 Definition

To regard; to consider; to deem.

7 Definition

To look toward; to face.

Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Hello, hi