Saturday, September 25, 2010

Part Deux: "Excuse me, ma'am..you dropped these"

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:
 
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



commitment [kuh-mit-muhnt]

 
–noun
1.
the act of committing.
2.
the state of being committed.
3.
the act of committing, pledging, or engaging oneself.
4.
a pledge or promise; obligation: We have made a commitment to pay our bills on time.
5.
engagement; involvement: They have a sincere commitment to religion.
6.
perpetration or commission, as of a marriage



Main Entry: commitment
Part of Speech: noun
Definition: assurance; obligation
Synonyms: charge, committal, duty, engagement, guarantee, liability, must, need, ought, pledge, promise, responsibility, undertaking, vow, word
Antonyms: broken promise, denial, refusal               

1 comment:

  1. 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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