Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for respect. Search instead for prespecif.
Definitions

respect

[ri-spekt] / rɪˈspɛkt /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If we don’t tip service employees, it calls into question our respect for the working class and our commitment to decent, well-paid work.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

He doesn’t seem upset that anyone’s calling him transgender, simply reiterating that he thinks all people deserve dignity and respect.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Swinney said that while the party's systems were "robust", there had "not been in every respect adequate controls in place".

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

“So it was an enormous amount of pressure, and also respect, where I was coming from.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Dasch tried to think of every possible idea, wanting to prove his worth and earn Kappe's respect.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple




Vocabulary lists containing respect


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "respect" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com