Simple meaning
What does Respectful mean?
Respectful means polite and caring toward others.
Dictionary definition
Showing good manners and care for other people's feelings, rights, and ideas.
Example sentences
Respectful in a sentence
easy
Please be respectful during class discussion.
medium
He gave a respectful reply even when he disagreed.
hard
Respectful teams listen before judging new ideas.
Synonyms
Words like Respectful
Antonyms
Opposite words
rudeUse when manners are disrespectful.
disrespectfulUse when actions show little regard for others.
Word family
Respectful word family
Base word
respectful
adverb
respectfully
In a polite and caring way.
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What does respectful mean?
Respectful behavior values people, ideas, and shared rules.
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