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An attitude of consideration or high regard

Example: He is an intellectual giant, and I have great respect for him.

Good opinion, honor, or admiration

(always plural) Polite greetings, often offered as condolences after a death.

Example: The mourners paid their last respects to the deceased poet.

A particular aspect, feature or detail of something

Example: This year's model is superior to last year's in several respects.

To have respect for.

Example: She is an intellectual giant, and I respect her greatly.

To have regard for something, to observe a custom, practice, rule or right.

Example: I respect your right to hold that belief, although I think it is nonsense.

To abide by an agreement.

Example: They failed to respect the treaty they had signed, and invaded.

To take notice of; to regard as worthy of special consideration; to heed.