Respect

v.kind, thoughtfulwarm

Meaning 1

To hold someone or something in serious positive regard.

Reach for it when expressing esteem for character, ability, judgment, or achievement

I respect Hana for changing her conclusion when the evidence changed.

warm
admire
when approval includes warm appreciation or aspiration
not when Respect can exist without liking or wanting to imitate the person.
warm
value
when contribution or importance deserves emphasis
not when Valuing someone's help is not identical to respecting their judgment.
formal
esteem
when high regard needs an elevated tone
not when It sounds stiff in an ordinary message to a friend.
formal
honor
when regard is shown through tribute or faithful action
not when It may imply ceremony or duty beyond simple respect.

To act in accordance with another's rights, boundaries, wishes, or rules.

Reach for it when describing conduct that honors a limit even without agreement

The photographer will respect each resident's choice not to be identified.

professional
observe
when a rule, custom, or boundary is followed
not when Observe is procedural and does not express regard for the person behind the rule.
professional
recognize
when rights, authority, or value must first be acknowledged
not when Recognition can remain verbal; respect also governs behavior.
formal
heed
when advice or warning should shape action
not when You can respect a view without following it, so heed is stronger.
formal
uphold
when actively defending a right or standard is intended
not when Merely honoring a boundary does not require the advocacy implied by uphold.

respect a person
You can respect a person while challenging the policy they proposed.
respect boundaries
Good mentors respect boundaries and ask before discussing private concerns.
respect the decision
The committee will respect the decision even though the vote was close.

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