respect
[rɪˈspɛkt]
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respect
noun
- a feeling of admiring someone or something that is good, valuable, important, etc.
- a feeling or understanding that someone or something is important, serious, etc., and should be treated in an appropriate way
- a particular way of thinking about or looking at something
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respect
verb
- to feel admiration for (someone or something) : to regard (someone or something) as being worthy of admiration because of good qualities
- to act in a way which shows that you are aware of (someone's rights, wishes, etc.)
- to treat or deal with (something that is good or valuable) in a proper way
