Respectful: meaning, definitions and examples

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respectful

[ rɪˈspɛktfʊl ]

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behavior

Feeling or showing admiration and deference toward someone or something.

Synonyms

admiring, considerate, courteous, deferential, polite

Examples of usage

She is always respectful towards her elders.
It's important to be respectful to others.
He gave a respectful nod to his opponent after the match.
The students showed respectful behavior during the ceremony.
The respectful way he spoke to her impressed everyone.

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tone

Polite in tone or manner.

Synonyms

civil, courteous, gracious, polite, well-mannered

Examples of usage

He answered in a respectful tone.
The respectful way she addressed the audience was commendable.
Despite the disagreement, they remained respectful in their discussion.

Translations

Translations of the word "respectful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respeitoso

🇮🇳 सम्मानजनक (sammaanjanak)

🇩🇪 respektvoll

🇮🇩 penuh hormat

🇺🇦 шанобливий

🇵🇱 szanujący

🇯🇵 敬意を表する (けいいをひょうする, keii wo hyou suru)

🇫🇷 respectueux

🇪🇸 respetuoso

🇹🇷 saygılı

🇰🇷 존경하는 (jongyeonghaneun)

🇸🇦 محترم (muhtarim)

🇨🇿 uctivý

🇸🇰 úctivý

🇨🇳 尊敬的 (zūnjìng de)

🇸🇮 spoštljiv

🇮🇸 virðingarmikill

🇰🇿 құрметті (qurmetti)

🇬🇪 პატივსაცემი (pativsacemi)

🇦🇿 hörmətli

🇲🇽 respetuoso

Word origin

The word 'respectful' originated from the Latin word 'respectus', which means 'regard' or 'consideration'. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. The concept of showing respect and admiration towards others has been valued in various cultures throughout history. Being respectful is often seen as a virtue that fosters positive relationships and harmony in society.