What is the meaning of respects?

noun

  • Usually preceded by `in'. ( a detail or point)
    • usage: "it differs in that respect"
  • The condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded. )
    • usage: "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard"
  • An attitude of admiration or esteem.
    • usage: "she lost all respect for him"
  • A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard.
    • usage: "his deference to her wishes was very flattering"; "be sure to give my respects to the dean"
  • Behavior intended to please your parents.
    • usage: "their children were never very strong on obedience"; "he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"
  • A feeling of friendship and esteem.
    • usage: "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect"
  • Courteous regard for people's feelings.
    • usage: "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy"
  • Often used with `pay'. ( a formal expression of esteem)
    • usage: "he paid his respects to the mayor"

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APAWordNet. (2010). respects. Retrieved September 20, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/respects/definitions/1217375
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