Respectful is the adjective form of the common word respect, which means a feeling of admiration . So when you behave in a way that's respectful, you're doing something to show admiration for another person.
respectful adjective (ADMIRATION) ... showing admiration for someone or something: "We're so pleased to meet you at last," he said in a respectful tone of voice. |
respective. Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own. |
to feel or show admiration for someone or something that you believe has good ideas or qualities: I deeply respect David for what he has achieved. |
showing or feeling respect. The onlookers stood at a respectful distance. We were brought up to be respectful of authority. opposite disrespectful. |
respectful. adjective. re·spect·ful ri-ˈspekt-fəl. : marked by or showing respect. a respectful manner. respectful of others. respectfully. -fə-lē. adverb. |
adjective full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply. Synonyms: deferential, civil, decorous, polite, courteous |
showing or feeling respect. The onlookers stood at a respectful distance. We were brought up to be respectful of authority. |
There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective respectful, two of which are labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, ... |
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