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respectful
CEFRB1
/ɹɪˈspɛkt.fl̩/
adjective
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In plain English
- 01
adjective
Showing politeness and admiration toward someone or something.
- 02
adjective
Extra detailMarked or characterized by respect
Examples
You had better keep him at a respectful distance.
You should be respectful to your teachers.
At a glance
Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 2
- Parts of speech
- 1
Also pronounced
- /ɹɪˈspɛk.fl̩/
Deep Dive
More examples
In contextIt is of great importance that you act in a respectful manner towards the duke and duchess.
They used highly respectful language when conversing with the elders.
1907, Marshall Broomhall (Editor), The Chinese Empire. A General & Missionary Survey/The Province of Kansu On the whole, indifference rather than open hostility has been the attitude of the people towards the Gospel, but since 1900 there has been a more eager...
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Origin
adjective
From respect + -ful.