respectful

Definition

  • adjective: showing or having respect
  • adjective: marked by or showing 'respect' or deference
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: reverent, reverential, deferential

Examples

  • He 'respectfully' removed his hat when he entered the building.

  • Children should be 'respectful of' their elders.

  • a 'respectful' manner

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) sexual relations with anyone other than the dominant. The submissive will eat regularly, to maintain her health and well-being The submissive will conduct herself in a respectful manner. To the dominant, and so only address him as Sir, Mr Grey. Or such other title, the dominant may direct. (..)
    2015 Fifty Shades of Grey