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to respect
01
to admire someone because of their achievements, qualities, etc.
Transitive: to respect sb
Examples
I respect my grandfather for his wisdom and life experiences.
Students are expected to respect their teachers by listening attentively and following classroom rules.
02
to treat someone's views, rights, wishes, etc. with consideration and esteem
Transitive: to respect someone's views or wishes
Examples
In a healthy relationship, partners respect each other's opinions, decisions, and boundaries.
Colleagues in a workplace should respect each other's contributions and collaborate with a sense of professionalism.
Respect
01
admiration for someone or something because of their achievements, qualities, etc.
02
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
03
courteous regard for people's feelings
04
a particular detail, feature, or aspect of something
Examples
The two projects are similar in many respects.
The book offers a fresh perspective in every respect.
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