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Respect

Rih-SPEHKT

/rɪˈspɛkt/

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respect

Dictionary meaning

Behavior intended to please your parents.

Examples

  • It differs in that respect.
  • I lost all respect for the company once I found out about their shady dealings.

Synonyms: obedience

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