Respect

a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. "the director had a lot of respect for Douglas as an actor" synonyms: esteem, regard, high regard, high opinion, acclaim, admiration, approbation, approval, appreciation, estimation, favor, popularity, recognition, veneration, awe, reverence, deference, honor, praise, homage "the respect due to a great artist" 2. due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others. "young people's lack of respect for their parents" synonyms: due regard, consideration, thoughtfulness, attentiveness, politeness, courtesy, civility, deference "he speaks to the old lady with respect" verb admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements. "she was respected by everyone she worked with" synonyms: esteem, admire, think highly of, have a high opinion of, hold in high regard, hold in (high) esteem, think much of, approve of, appreciate, cherish, value, set (great) store by, prize, treasure, look up to, pay homage to, venerate, revere, reverence, adulate, worship, idolize, put on a pedestal, lionize, hero-worship, honor, applaud, praise, favor "as a teacher he was highly respected for his industry and patience"