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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Wild horse tours provide an off-road, closer look at the free-roaming horses originally brought from Spain while maintaining a safe and respectful distance.
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Asano suggested that tourists need to be more respectful when visiting Japan.
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Kate Lewis, New York Times, 19 June 2025
For many women, getting quality healthcare that’s accessible, affordable and respectful of their time and privacy can feel like a full-time job.
—Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
Asano suggested that tourists need to be more respectful when visiting Japan.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2025
One standout effort is the Return the Love initiative, a three-part video series promoting respectful tourism.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 18 June 2025
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“Respectful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respectful. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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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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