Hyphenation of respect

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word respect? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

re-spect

Definitions of respect:

1.
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
It differs in that respect
2.
The condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
It is held in esteem A man who has earned high regard
3.
An attitude of admiration or esteem
She lost all respect for him
4.
A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
His deference to her wishes was very flattering Be sure to give my respects to the dean
5.
Behavior intended to please your parents
Their children were never very strong on obedience He went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes
6.
A feeling of friendship and esteem
She mistook his manly regard for love He inspires respect
7.
Courteous regard for people's feelings
In deference to your wishes Out of respect for his privacy
8.
Regard highly
Think much of I respect his judgement We prize his creativity
9.
Show respect towards
Honor your parents!

Synonyms of respect:

noun regard, detail, item, point
noun esteem, regard, honor, honour, laurels
noun esteem, regard, attitude, mental attitude
noun deference, politeness, civility
noun obedience, filial duty
noun regard, affection, affectionateness, fondness, tenderness, heart, warmheartedness
noun deference, respectfulness, courtesy, good manners
verb esteem, value, prize, prise, see, consider, reckon, view, regard
verb honor, honour, abide by, observe, accept

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