re·spect
/rəˈspek(t)/
noun
- 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"synonyms: esteem, regard, high regard, high opinion, acclaim, admiration, approbation, approval, appreciation, estimation, favor, popularity, recognition, veneration, awe, reverence, deference, honor, praise, homage
- due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others."young people's lack of respect for their parents"synonyms: due regard, consideration, thoughtfulness, attentiveness, politeness, courtesy, civility, deference
- a particular aspect, point, or detail."the findings in this respect have been mixed"synonyms: aspect, regard, facet, feature, way, sense, characteristic, particular, point, detail, question, matter, connection
verb
admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements.
"she was respected by everyone she worked with"
synonyms: esteem, admire, think highly of, have a high opinion of, hold in high regard, hold in (high) esteem, think much of, approve of, appreciate, cherish, value, set (great) store by, prize, treasure, look up to, pay homage to, venerate, revere, reverence, adulate, worship, idolize, put on a pedestal, lionize, hero-worship, honor, applaud, praise, favor
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regard, respect, esteem, admire mean to recognize the worth of a person or thing. regard is a general term that is usually qualified.
RESPECT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary
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RESPECT meaning: 1. admiration felt or shown for someone or something that you believe has good ideas or qualities…. Learn more.
Respect
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. Wikipedia
noun · an attitude of deference, admiration, or esteem; regard · the state of being honoured or esteemed · a detail, point, or characteristic; particular.