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Synonyms & Antonyms of respect
(Entry 1 of 2)
2
a feeling of great approval and liking
- I have a lot of respect for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s steadfast courage
Synonyms for respect
Words Related to respect
- acclamation,
- adoration,
- adulation,
- approbation,
- deference,
- hero worship,
- homage,
- honor,
- idolatry,
- infatuation,
- lionization,
- praise,
- props
- [slang],
- reverence,
- veneration,
- worship
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respects plural
best wishes
- give your mother my respects
Synonyms for respect
- commendations
- [archaic],
- compliment,
- congratulations,
- felicitations,
- greetings,
- regards
Words Related to respect
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respect
verbSynonyms & Antonyms of respect (Entry 2 of 2)
to think very highly or favorably of
- an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike
Synonyms for respect
Words Related to respect
- delight (in),
- drink (in),
- enjoy,
- relish,
- revel (in),
- savor
- (also savour)
Phrases Synonymous with respect
- set store by
- (or set store on)
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The first known use of respect was in the 14th century
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