respect; value; dignified
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to respect; to esteem; to honor
Used for people, opinions, or rights that one holds in high regard.
We should respect the elderly.
Mutual respect is the foundation of friendship.
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I deeply respect his opinion.
Everyone deserves to be respected.
The teacher is deeply respected by the students.
verb
to take seriously; to value; to treat with respect
formalUsed for abstract concepts like history, facts, rules, or rights.
We must respect historical facts.
Scientific research must respect objective laws.
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Please respect intellectual property rights.
Decision-makers should respect public opinion.
Both parties in the negotiation must respect each other's interests.
adjective
dignified; proper; decorous (of behavior)
formalDescribes behavior that is serious and proper, often used in imperative sentences.
In formal occasions, please behave with more dignity.
His behavior was very dignified, leaving a good impression.
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In public places, one should pay attention to behaving with propriety.
Please be more decorous and don't make loud noises.
One should behave more properly in front of elders.