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