respectful
adjective
full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference.
respectfulness
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a word derived from
respectful.
Example Sentences
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Babych said Aramayo had also demonstrated "a great deal of authenticity, respectfulness and insightfulness" in tackling the role.
From BBC ● Feb. 24, 2026
“I have long cared about the value of respectfulness; what I see as the erosion of it prompted this book.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 19, 2025
“My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned. Usually I choose not to respond to false allegations but these are as unbelievable as they sound and too outrageous to not be addressed,” Lizzo wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2023
"These last few days have been gut-wrenchingly difficult and overwhelmingly disappointing. My work ethic, morals and respectfulness have been questioned," the 35-year-old pop star wrote.
From Salon ● Aug. 3, 2023
Lady Randolph, as has been said, regarded her with a certain respectfulness.
From Sir Tom by Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant
