Synonyms of respectfully

respectfully

adverb

1

as in lovingly

Related Words

• lovingly
• positively
• appreciatively
• approvingly
• favorably
• admiringly
• reverently
• regardfully
• worshipfully
• complimentarily

Dissimilar Words

• negatively
• adversely
• unfavorably
• disapprovingly
• scornfully
• disdainfully
• captiously
• hypercritically
• unflatteringly
• deploringly

2

as in politely

Related Words

• politely
• courteously
• civilly
• shyly
• diffidently
• bashfully
• timidly
• fearfully
• timorously
• humbly
• suppliantly
• obsequiously
• deferentially
• self-deprecatingly
• meekly
• servilely
• sheepishly
• submissively
• subserviently
• abjectly
• modestly
• mousily
• lowly
• hat in hand
• meanly

Dissimilar Words

• boldly
• proudly
• contemptuously
• arrogantly
• scornfully
• haughtily
• brazenly
• imperiously
• loftily
• audaciously
• pompously
• superciliously
• brashly
• pridefully
• huffily
• fearlessly
• presumptuously
• pretentiously
• disrespectfully
• recklessly
• disdainfully
• rashly
• rudely
• impertinently
• swaggeringly
• discourteously
• saucily
• self-importantly
• impolitely
• impudently
• uppishly
• ungraciously
• uncivilly
• bitchily

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of respectfully

But those were minor wins in the battle to more fully and respectfully recognize the burial ground. — Oliver Wu, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026

Higgins encourages guests to stay mindful during excursions, engage respectfully with local communities, and embrace the customs and traditions that make each destination unique. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026

It is respectfully submitted here that a good second choice would be to see the Brewers get in … and face the Rays. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026

Because this is an ongoing investigation, the family respectfully asks for privacy during this difficult time. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026

While the traditional Swedish version, called a prinsesstårta, typically features a layer of raspberry jam and a bright green marzipan coating, Sant Ambroeus’ iteration is respectfully remixed for a more metropolitan crowd. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026

Glen’s family is deeply shocked and heartbroken by this tragic loss and respectfully requests privacy at this extremely difficult time. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 29 July 2026

Employees are encouraged to respectfully challenge assumptions and put forth divergent viewpoints. — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Those qualities, combined with nearly twenty years of courtroom experience, have prepared me to serve fairly, respectfully, and impartially as a County Court Judge. — Schnelle Tonge, Sun Sentinel, 16 July 2026