laurels vs respect

laurels and respect both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
laurels	Yes	No	No	No
respect	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, respect is a hyponym of laurels; that is, respect is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than laurels:

laurels: the state of being honored
respect: the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

Other hyponyms of laurels include glorification, glory, celebrity, fame, renown, esteem, regard, reputation, repute.

laurels (noun)	respect (noun)
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction	behavior intended to please your parents
the state of being honored	a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
	courteous regard for people's feelings
	(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
	an attitude of admiration or esteem
	a feeling of friendship and esteem
	the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

laurels (verb)	respect (verb)
	regard highly; think much of
	show respect towards