by Anonymous October 29, 2003
To treat people in the manner in which you expect to be treated. To show consideration for another person's feelings and interests. An attitude demonstrating that you value another person. You should treat your friends with respect.
That guy showed a total lack of respect when he cancelled our Friday night plans at the last minute!
by Dissed August 19, 2006
Something your parents tell you has to be earned, not demanded. Then they turn right around and demand it.
"You can't just demand respect. You have to earn it."
"I disagree. I think everybody should be respected."
"How dare you disagree! You'd better respect me or else!"
"I disagree. I think everybody should be respected."
"How dare you disagree! You'd better respect me or else!"
by NunyaBeeswaxReally June 12, 2018
by Gene November 12, 2003
A formal expression of proper acceptance. The courtesy to show high regard, consideration or honor. A gesture of greeting, esteem, or friendship.
Now you come and say "Don Corleone, give me justice." But you don't ask with respect. You don't offer friendship. You don't even think to call me "Godfather." You come into my house on the day my daughter is to be married and you ask me to do murder - for money.
by Hap100 May 08, 2013
by Gerard Irick February 28, 2009
a privilege you give to someone based upon the quality of that person's unique interactions with you.
Respect is earned. Elders just have had more time to earn it. Younger people may also earn respect from older people.
Some respect sound judgement, some strength or power. Some respect altruism, some purposefulness. Parents and teachers may provide initial guidance but what you respect in a person is ultimately your privilege.
Respect is earned. Elders just have had more time to earn it. Younger people may also earn respect from older people.
Some respect sound judgement, some strength or power. Some respect altruism, some purposefulness. Parents and teachers may provide initial guidance but what you respect in a person is ultimately your privilege.
by nuworthi April 29, 2010