behavior intended to please your parents; "their children were never very strong on obedience"; "he went to law school out of respect for his father''s wishes";
a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; "his deference to her wishes was very flattering"; "be sure to give my respects to the dean";
courteous regard for people''s feelings; "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy";
(usually preceded by `in'') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect";
an attitude of admiration or esteem; "she lost all respect for him";
a feeling of friendship and esteem; "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect";
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded); "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard";
regard highly; think much of; "I respect his judgement"; "We prize his creativity";
