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Meaning of "respectful" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF RESPECTFUL

respectful  [rɪˈspɛktfʊl] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF RESPECTFUL

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Respectful is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES RESPECTFUL MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of respectful in the English dictionary

The definition of respectful in the dictionary is full of, showing, or giving respect.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH RESPECTFUL


conflictful
ˈkɒnflɪktfʊl
delightful
dɪˈlaɪtfʊl
disrespectful
ˌdɪsrɪˈspɛktfʊl
doubtful
ˈdaʊtfʊl
factful
ˈfæktfʊl
fruitful
ˈfruːtfʊl
grateful
ˈɡreɪtfʊl
hurtful
ˈhɜːtfʊl
impactful
ˈɪmpæktfʊl
insightful
ˈɪnsaɪtfʊl
lustful
ˈlʌstfʊl
neglectful
nɪˈɡlɛktfʊl
restful
ˈrɛstfʊl
rightful
ˈraɪtfʊl
self-respectful
ˌselfrɪˈspektfʊl
suspectful
səˈspɛktfʊl
tactful
ˈtæktfʊl
tasteful
ˈteɪstfʊl
thoughtful
ˈθɔːtfʊl
untactful
ʌnˈtæktfʊl

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE RESPECTFUL

respecify
respect
respectabilise
respectability
respectabilize
respectable
respectableness
respectably
respectant
respected
respecter
respectfully
Respectfully yours
respectfulness
respecting
respective
respectively
respectiveness
respectless
respects

WORDS THAT END LIKE RESPECTFUL

artful
basketful
boastful
deceitful
effortful
eventful
fistful
forgetful
frightful
hatful
lightful
mistrustful
poutful
regretful
resentful
sportful
uneventful
unfruitful
wistful
zestful

Synonyms and antonyms of respectful in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «RESPECTFUL»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «respectful» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of respectful

Translation of «respectful» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF RESPECTFUL

Find out the translation of respectful to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of respectful from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «respectful» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

恭敬的
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

respetuoso
570 millions of speakers

English

respectful
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

सम्मान
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الاحترام
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

уважительное
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

respeitoso
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

শ্রদ্ধাশীল
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

respectueux
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Menghormati
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

respektvoll
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

敬意を払う
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

공손한
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Hormat
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

tôn trọng
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மரியாதை
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

आदरणीय
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

saygılı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

rispettoso
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

szacunku
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

шанобливе
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

respectuos
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σεβασμό
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

respek
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

respekt
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

respekt
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of respectful

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «RESPECTFUL»

The term «respectful» is very widely used and occupies the 17.648 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «RESPECTFUL» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about respectful

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10 QUOTES WITH «RESPECTFUL»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word respectful.
1
Randa Abdel-Fattah
For me, religious festivals and celebrations have become an important way to teach my children about how we can transform living with diversity from the superficial 'I eat ethnic food', to something dignified, mutually respectful and worthwhile.
2
John Abizaid
I think you also understand that one of the key things that's got to be done in Iraq is to build a mentality of understanding that the military needs to be subordinate to civilian control and respectful of its own people.
3
Mario Andretti
Unfortunately, we don't educate drivers enough to be respectful on the road.
4
Marco Arment
People want to download publications quickly and read them without cruft. Publications that started in print carry too much baggage and usually have awful apps. 'The Magazine' was designed from the start to be streamlined, natively digital, and respectful of readers' time and attention.
5
Michele Bachmann
When it comes to personnel issues, I act professionally and respectful of former employees. I just assume that's a two-way street. It's disappointing when it's not.
6
James W. Black
The outcome, the fourth in an issue of five boys born into a staunch Baptist home, meant that from the beginning I was taught to be respectful of others no less than myself, influencing ever since both my political and administrative attitudes.
7
Daniel Boulud
I think there are a lot of chefs in D.C. who have made D.C. what it is today. I am very respectful to them. I'm very admiring of what they've done.
8
Bobby Bowden
I was always going to church with my mom, dad and sister. I was literally raised under the godly influence both at home and church. There was no alcohol and no smoking at our house. That was the way a Bowden was supposed to live. My dad always told me to represent the Bowden name in a respectful manner.
9
Darren Boyd
I like being in a collaborative and respectful environment. When you're in an environment spearheaded by ego and fear, it's the death of creativity.
10
Lakhdar Brahimi
Be modest, be respectful of others, try to understand.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «RESPECTFUL»

Discover the use of respectful in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to respectful and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Respectful Parents, Respectful Kids: 7 Keys to Turn Family ...
More than a tool to correct bad behavior, this handbook urges parents to move beyond typical discipline techniques by creating an environment based on mutual respect, emotional safety, and positive, open communication.
Sura Hart, Victoria Kindle Kindle Hodson, 2006
2
Respectful Educators - Capable Learners: Children's Rights ...
This text is recommended unreservedly; it should be on the bookshelves of all early childhood workers' - "Curriculum " This book focuses attention on current early childhood issues and examines them inlight of the United Nations Convention ...
Professor Cathy Nutbrown, 1996
3
Being Respectful: A Book about Respectfulness
Explains what respect is and ways to be respectful.
Mary Small, 2005
4
I Am Respectful
Explains what respect is, describes different ways it can be expressed, and discusses why it should be practiced.
Kurt Joseph, 2011
5
Basic & Respectful E-mailing Using Outlook Express
Send safe respectful e-mail-Receive e-mail safely-Forward safe respectful e-mail-Insert and/or attach pictures-Utilize the Address Book more fully-Create and use stationery and signatures
Etc-end the Clutter, 2004
6
Raising Respectful Children in a Disrespectful World
Whatever is in your child's heart determines what your child will say and do. If you want to raise respectful children in a disrespectful world, you must command their respect through a balance of love and discipline, especially in the little things.
Jill Rigby, 2013
7
Have a New Teenager by Friday: From Mouthy and Moody to ...
With his signature wit and commonsense psychology, internationally recognized family expert and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kevin Leman will help you gain respect--even admiration--from your teenager establish healthy boundaries ...
Kevin Leman, 2011
8
Contested Issues in Student Affairs: Diverse Perspectives ...
It places learning and social justice at the epicenter of student affairs practice. The book addresses these issues by asking 24 critical and contentious questions that go to the heart of contemporary educational practice.
Peter M. Magolda, Marcia B. Baxter Magolda, 2012
9
Building and Restoring Respectful Relationships in Schools: ...
Using these restorative approaches, teachers can restore good relationships when there has been conflict or harm, encouraging people to take responsibility for their behaviour and involving all those affected in the outcomes of any ...
Richard Hendry, 2010
10
A Guide to Inclusive Therapy: 26 Methods of Respectful, ...
A simple yet powerful approach to resistance from a leader in solution-focused therapy.
William Hudson O'Hanlon, Bill O'Hanlon, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «RESPECTFUL»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term respectful is used in the context of the following news items.
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Vestavia Hills mayor, superintendent call for 'respectful dialogue' in …
The mayor of Vestavia Hills and the superintendent of the city's school system are calling for respectful dialogue during a discussion of the mascot for Vestavia ... «AL.com, Jul 15»
2
New UBC nursing curriculum aims to teach respectful care of First …
Nursing experts at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan School of Nursing are teaching a new generation of students about delivering culturally ... «CBC.ca, Jun 15»
3
Wilshere thanks 'respectful' fans
"I think both sets of fans were tremendous, very respectful," the England midfielder said. ... "I think it was just one of those overall respectful, good games. «expressandstar.com, Jun 15»
4
For a respectful workplace, deal with bullies
Many organizations across Canada are taking proactive steps to implement or develop respectful workplace policies and practices. Guiding tenets for a ... «The Globe and Mail, Jun 15»
5
Patrick Lynch Now Says He Has a 'Respectful' Relationship With Bill …
Patrick Lynch, the police union boss who once claimed Mayor Bill de Blasio had “blood on his hands,” now says his relationship with the mayor is “respectful.”. «New York Observer, Jun 15»
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Thursday's Editorial: Room for respectful dissent in the Edmonton …
What would Jesus do? It's a well-worn Christian trope, one with implications for enemies, pesky neighbours or vulnerable strangers. It's trickier with more ... «Edmonton Journal, May 15»
7
Caring and respectful equals successful
Companies are obsessed with return on investment. Fred Kiel thinks they should be concerned about return on good character. It may amount to the same thing. «The Globe and Mail, May 15»
8
Varadkar appeals to both sides in gay marriage referendum to be …
The Health Minister Leo Varadkar has appealed for both sides of the same-sex marriage referendum "keep it respectful", after photos on social media showed a ... «Newstalk 106-108 fm, Apr 15»
9
Haslam: Bible as official Tennessee book not 'respectful'
A bill to make the Bible the official book of Tennessee isn't very "respectful" in the view of Gov. Bill Haslam. The Tennessee Attorney General also thinks the bill, ... «The Tennessean, Apr 15»
10
Kids Are Learning To Be 'Kind,' 'Respectful' In Ga. Schools' Behavior …
“To be respectful is to help somebody if they're in trouble or to help them if they don't understand something or to help them if they probably dropped something ... «WABE 90.1 FM, Mar 15»

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