re⋅spect⋅ful [ri-spekt-fuhl] Show IPA
–adjective
full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
Origin:
1590–1600; respect + -ful
Related forms:
re⋅spect⋅ful⋅ly, adverb
re⋅spect⋅ful⋅ness, noun
Synonyms:
courteous, polite, decorous, civil, deferential.
Antonyms:
discourteous, disrespectful.