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respectful
adjective re·spect·ful \ri-ˈspekt-fəl\
: showing or having respect
Full Definition of RESPECTFUL
: marked by or showing respect or deference
— re·spect·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— re·spect·ful·ness noun
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First Known Use of RESPECTFUL
1687
Related to RESPECTFUL
- Synonyms
- deferent, deferential, dutiful, regardful
- Antonyms
- disrespectful, undutiful
RESPECTFULNESS Defined for Kids
respectful
adjective re·spect·ful \ri-ˈspekt-fəl\
Definition of RESPECTFUL for Kids
: showing high regard or courtesy <a respectful manner>
— re·spect·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb <We kept respectfully silent during the ceremony.>
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