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respect

Pronunciation

IPA Phonetic Spelling for "respect"

IPA: /rɪˈspɛkt/

Syllable Breakdown:

  • ri: /rɪ/

    • /r/ - alveolar trill

    • /ɪ/ - short front unrounded vowel

  • spɛkt: /ˈspɛkt/

    • /ˈ/ - primary stress

    • /s/ - voiceless alveolar sibilant

    • /p/ - voiceless bilabial stop

    • /ɛ/ - short front unrounded vowel

    • /k/ - voiceless velar stop

Word Form Variations

  • Singular: respect

  • Plural: respects

  • Verb Forms:

    • Base Form: respect

    • Past Tense: respected

    • Past Participle: respected

    • Present Participle: respecting

Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms

Noun

  • Definition: A feeling of admiration or esteem for someone or something; deference; regard.

  • Synonyms: esteem, admiration, reverence, deference, honor, regard

  • Antonyms: disrespect, contempt, scorn, disdain

Verb

  • Definition: To regard or treat with respect; to consider or show consideration for.

  • Synonyms: honor, revere, esteem, defer to, regard

  • Antonyms: disrespect, insult, offend, scorn

Adjective

  • Definition: Showing or feeling respect; worthy of respect.

  • Synonyms: honorable, esteemed, revered, dignified, decorous

  • Antonyms: disrespectful, contemptuous, scornful, rude, impolite

Adverb

  • Definition: In a respectful manner.

  • Synonyms: respectfully, courteously, considerately, politely

  • Antonyms: disrespectfully, rudely, impolitely

Examples of Use

Books

  • "It is not enough to have a great deal of respect for the law; one must also have respect for the people who enforce it." (Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird)

  • "Respect for the environment is a fundamental responsibility of every citizen." (Al Gore, An Inconvenient Truth)

Newspapers

  • "The article calls for greater respect for human rights in the region." (The New York Times)

  • "The protesters demanded respect for their cultural heritage." (The Guardian)

Online Publications

  • "Respecting diverse perspectives is essential for fostering a healthy online community." (The Atlantic)

  • "The article discusses the importance of showing respect to elders in different cultures." (National Geographic)

Entertainment Mediums and Platforms

  • "The song 'Respect' by Aretha Franklin is a powerful anthem for equality and respect." (YouTube)

  • "The film The Shawshank Redemption explores themes of respect, friendship, and perseverance." (IMDb)

General Public Discourse

  • "We must teach our children to respect their elders and their peers." (A parent speaking at a school board meeting)

  • "It's important to show respect for different religions and cultures." (A politician giving a speech)

  • "Respect is the foundation of any healthy relationship." (A therapist giving advice)

10 Famous Quotes Using the term Respect

  1. "Respect for self is the foundation of respect for others." (Unknown)

  2. "Respect is the greatest gift one person can give to another." (Unknown)

  3. "Respect is not something you earn; it is something you give." (Unknown)

  4. "Respect is the foundation of all true relationships." (Unknown)

  5. "Respect is the key to success in any endeavor." (Unknown)

  6. "Respect for the law is essential for a functioning society." (Unknown)

  7. "Respect for the environment is vital for the health of our planet." (Unknown)

  8. "Respect for diversity is essential for a harmonious world." (Unknown)

  9. "Respect for others is a sign of intelligence." (Unknown)

  10. "Respect is the highest form of flattery." (Unknown)

Etymology

Etymology is the study of the history and origin of words. In the case of "respect," its roots can be traced back to the Latin word "respectu," which means "regard" or "consideration."

  • "Re-" means "again" or "back."

  • "Spectu" comes from the verb "specere," meaning "to look at."

So, essentially, "respect" originally meant to "look at again" or "consider carefully." Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass the current sense of "esteem," "admiration," or "deference."

The first known use of "respect" in English dates back to the late 14th century. It was used to describe the act of regarding or considering something or someone with reverence or esteem.

Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Respect

Common Phrases:

  • Show respect: To behave in a polite and considerate manner.

  • Gain respect: To earn the admiration or esteem of others.

  • Earn one's respect: To deserve the respect of someone.

  • With all due respect: A polite way of disagreeing with someone.

  • Out of respect for: Because of consideration for someone or something.

Lesser-Known Phrases:

  • Respect the hustle: To appreciate someone's hard work and dedication.

  • Respect the grind: Similar to "respect the hustle," expressing admiration for someone's perseverance.

  • Respect the game: To acknowledge and appreciate the rules and traditions of a particular activity or field.

Idioms with Synonyms:

  • Hold someone in high regard: To have a great deal of respect for someone.

  • Look up to someone: To admire and respect someone.

  • Look down on someone: To treat someone with contempt or disrespect.

  • Treat someone with kid gloves: To be very careful and respectful towards someone.

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Source Information

Definition of respect from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.