Arguably the two most necessary, yet illusive words to know and live by when laying the foundation for a healthy and lasting relationship. Please familiarize yourself with these concepts because they make up 95% of what will be covered on the test. Need I remind anyone that this class is a pass/fail course?!
World English Dictionary:
World English Dictionary:
| respect (rɪˈspɛkt) | |
| — n | |
| 1. | an attitude of deference, admiration, or esteem; regard |
| 2. | the state of being honored or esteemed |
| 3. | a detail, point, or characteristic; particular: he differs in some respects from his son |
| 4. | reference or relation (esp in the phrases in respect of , with respect to ) |
| 5. | polite or kind regard; consideration: respect for people's feelings |
| 6. | ( often plural ) an expression of esteem or regard (esp in the phrase pay one's respects ) |
| — vb | |
| 7. | to have an attitude of esteem towards; show or have respect for: to respect one's elders |
| 8. | to pay proper attention to; not violate: to respect Swiss neutrality |
| 9. | to show consideration for; treat courteously or kindly |
| 10. | archaic to concern or refer to |
| Main Entry: | respect | |||||||||
| Part of Speech: | noun | |||||||||
| Definition: | admiration given by others | |||||||||
| Synonyms: | account, adoration, appreciation, approbation, awe, consideration, courtesy, deference, dignity, esteem, estimation, favor, fear, homage, honor, obeisance, ovation, recognition, regard, repute, reverence, testimonial, tribute, veneration, worship | |||||||||
| Antonyms: | disdain, dishonor, disrespect |
You better pay proper attention to your attitude of esteem for me. Just kidding! I agree that both of these words/concepts are building blocks in relationships.
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