NOUN
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
• "it differs in that respect"
syn: regard
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
• "it is held in esteem" • "a man who has earned high regard"
syn: esteem, regard
ant: disesteem
an attitude of admiration or esteem
• "she lost all respect for him"
syn: esteem, regard
ant: disrespect
a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
• "his deference to her wishes was very flattering" • "be sure to give my respects to the dean"
syn: deference
behavior intended to please your parents
• "their children were never very strong on obedience" • "he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"
syn: obedience
a feeling of friendship and esteem
• "she mistook his manly regard for love" • "he inspires respect"
syn: regard
courteous regard for people's feelings
• "in deference to your wishes" • "out of respect for his privacy