respect meaning and definition

RESPECT noun

Definition of respect (noun)

1. (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
   • "it differs in that respect"
   • synonyms: regard
2. the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
   • "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard"
   • synonyms: esteem, regard
   • antonym: disesteem
3. an attitude of admiration or esteem
   • "she lost all respect for him"
   • synonyms: esteem, regard
   • antonym: disrespect
4. 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"
   • synonyms: deference
5. 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"
   • synonyms: obedience
6. a feeling of friendship and esteem
   • "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect"
   • synonyms: regard
7. courteous regard for people's feelings
   • "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy"
   • synonyms: deference, respectfulness

RESPECT verb

Definition of respect (verb)

1. regard highly; think much of
   • "I respect his judgement"; "We prize his creativity"
   • synonyms: esteem, prise, prize, value
   • antonym: disesteem
2. show respect towards
   • "honor your parents!"
   • synonyms: abide by, honor, honour, observe
   • antonym: disrespect