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respectful

adjectivegeneral usecommon/ʁɨʃpɐjˈtozu/res·pei·to·so

Definition

1

Feeling or showing deference and respect.

Usage examples

“He was always respectful towards his elders.”
“She listened with a respectful silence.”

Common combinations

respectful tonerespectful distancerespectful attitude