Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Respect.
How to pronounce respect:
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Respect - as a noun
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
Example: "It differs in that respect"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regard8The condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
Example: "It is held in esteem"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
esteem8regard8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
honor8honour9laurels7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An attitude of admiration or esteem
Example: "She lost all respect for him"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
esteem8regard8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attitude9mental attitudeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disrespect15A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
Example: "His deference to her wishes was very flattering"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deference15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
civility16politeness12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Behavior intended to please your parents
Example: "Their children were never very strong on obedience"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
obedience14A feeling of friendship and esteem
Example: "She mistook his manly regard for love"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regard8Courteous regard for people's feelings
Example: "In deference to your wishes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deference15respectfulness21Respect - as a verb
Regard highly; think much of
Example: "I respect his judgement"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
esteem8prise7prize16value8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
consider11reckon12regard8see3view10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disrespect15Respect - as an interjection
Hello, hi
Example Sentences
"He showed great respect for his elders."
"I have a lot of respect for my mentor."
"He demanded respect from his subordinates."
"Her actions showed a lack of respect for authority."
"We should treat others with kindness and respect."
Word Game Points
Is RESPECT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, respect is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESPECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is RESPECT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, respect is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESPECT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RESPECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, respect is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESPECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
