respect

respect

noun

Definition of RESPECT

1

relation to or concern with something specified <with respect to your application>

Synonyms reference, regard

2

a feeling of great approval and liking <I have a lot of respect for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s steadfast courage>

Synonyms account, appreciation, esteem, estimation, favor, regard, respect

Related Words appetite, fancy, fondness, like, love, partiality, preference, relish, shine, taste, use; acclamation, adoration, adulation, approbation, deference, hero worship, homage, honor, idolatry, infatuation, lionization, praise, props [slang], reverence, veneration, worship; delight, enjoyment; amazement, awe, wonder, wonderment; enthusiasm, interest, passion; bias, prejudice; affection, attachment, devotion, passion

Near Antonyms condemnation, disapproval, disdain, opprobrium, scorn; disappointment, discontent, disenchantment, disgruntlement, disillusionment, displeasure, indignation, unhappiness; aversion, contempt, disfavor, disgust, disinclination, dislike, disliking, disregard, distaste; hate, hatred, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion, revulsion; abomination, antipathy, detestation; deprecation, displeasure, dissatisfaction

Antonyms disfavor

respects plbest wishes <give your mother my respects>

Synonyms commendations [archaic], congratulations, felicitations, greetings, regards, respects

Related Words approval, benediction, blessing, endorsement (also indorsement); acknowledgment (or acknowledgement), citation, commendation; adulation, flattery, praise; well-wishing

Near Antonyms dig, gibe (or jibe), insult, put-down, taunt