respectful
adjective
re·spect·ful
ri-ˈspekt-fəl 
: marked by or showing respect or deference
respectfulness
noun
Examples of respectful in a Sentence
the children were remarkably respectful while in the president's office
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Allow cancellation or returns without games; plainly state pro-rating or refund rules; provide easy access to invoices, history or data; and keep the tone respectful with no guilt language.
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Michael Goshka, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Victoria’s Secret said it’s committed to safe, respectful working conditions across its global supply chain, with women’s safety, dignity, and economic empowerment at the core.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Many of us immediately went to be with Karley and our staff members were very respectful and understanding of the gravity of the situation while still trying to show support for the new rookie candidates.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
But Abu-Hasaballah said the area surrounding the mosque includes respectful neighbors who help mitigate the anxiety.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
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Michael Goshka, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Victoria’s Secret said it’s committed to safe, respectful working conditions across its global supply chain, with women’s safety, dignity, and economic empowerment at the core.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Many of us immediately went to be with Karley and our staff members were very respectful and understanding of the gravity of the situation while still trying to show support for the new rookie candidates.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
But Abu-Hasaballah said the area surrounding the mosque includes respectful neighbors who help mitigate the anxiety.
—Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 9 June 2026
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“Respectful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respectful. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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respectful
adjective
re·spect·ful
ri-ˈspekt-fəl
: marked by or showing respect
a respectful manner
respectful of others
respectfulness
noun
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