21 entries under approval topic. ×

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respect(noun, feeling, honor, regard, attitude)
25
regard(noun, feeling, honor, respect, attitude)
24
esteem(noun, feeling, honor, respect, regard)
24
admiration(noun, feeling, disregard, respect)
19
honor(noun, feeling, regard, attitude, kindness)
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honour(noun, feeling, regard, attitude, kindness)
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approbation(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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affection(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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endorsement(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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sanction(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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compliment(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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flattery(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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praise(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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liking(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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credit(noun, esteem, honour)
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obedience(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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sympathy(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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like(noun, honor, regard, hatred)
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loving(noun, honor, regard, hatred)
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care(noun, honor, regard, esteem)
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