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respectful

🇬🇧 UK/ri'spektful/🇺🇸 US
B1

Definitions

adj.

Showing or expressing respect and politeness toward others

恭敬的;有礼貌的;谦恭的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
reagain, back
+
splook, observe, watch
+
ectconnector
+
fulfull of, characterized by
=respectful

Common Collocations

  • 1.respectful tone尊重的语气
  • 2.respectful manner有礼貌的方式
  • 3.be respectful of尊重……
  • 4.respectful silence肃穆的沉默

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The students were respectful and attentive throughout the entire lecture.

  • 2.

    It's important to maintain a respectful tone even during disagreements.

  • 3.

    She gave a respectful nod to the elder before taking her seat.

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