English-English Dictionary

Meaning of the word respectful in English

What does respectful mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

respectful

US /rɪˈspekt.fəl/

UK /rɪˈspekt.fəl/

Adjective

1.

feeling or showing deference and respect.

Example:

•

they sit in respectful silence

Synonym:

deferential reverent admiring humble reverential dutiful subservient polite well mannered civil courteous chivalrous gallant gracious considerate obliging solicitous thoughtful attentive mannerly regardful

Synonym:

disrespectful rude

Learn This Word at Lingoland

Related Word:

respect respective respectively respectable with all due respect