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respect vs respectfulness

respectfulness vs respect

respect and respectfulness both are nouns.

respect is a verb but respectfulness is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
respect Yes No Yes No
respectfulness Yes No No No
As nouns, respect and respectfulness are synonyms defined as:
  • respect and respectfulness: courteous regard for people's feelings
Other synonyms of respect include deference.
respect (noun) respectfulness (noun)
behavior intended to please your parents courteous regard for people's feelings
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)
respect (verb) respectfulness (verb)
regard highly; think much of
show respect towards
Difference between respect and respectfulness

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