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- Definition
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- respect :(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
- it differs in that respect
- respect :regard highly; think much of
- I respect his judgement|We prize his creativity
- respect :the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
- it is held in esteem|a man who has earned high regard
- respect :show respect towards
- respect :an attitude of admiration or esteem
- she lost all respect for him
- respect :a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
- his deference to her wishes was very flattering|be sure to give my respects to the dean
- respect :behavior intended to please your parents
- their children were never very strong on obedience|he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes
- respect :a feeling of friendship and esteem
- she mistook his manly regard for love|he inspires respect