RESPECT

RES ·PECT 2 syllables

A2 · Elementary 📏 7 letters 🎲 Scrabble 11 ✅ valid word

Common in conversation and basic reading.

noun
  1. (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
  2. the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
  3. an attitude of admiration or esteem
  4. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

💬 Examples

  • "it differs in that respect"
  • "it is held in esteem"
  • "a man who has earned high regard"
  • "she lost all respect for him"

🔗 Similar words

regardesteemdeferenceobediencerespectfulness
verb
  1. regard highly
  2. show respect towards

💬 Examples

  • "think much of"
  • "I respect his judgement"
  • "honor your parents!"

🔗 Similar words

esteemvalueprizeprisehonorhonour
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