respectful
adjective
full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference.
respectfully
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a word derived from
respectful.
Example Sentences
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We’ve always been treated respectfully by President Putin and his team.
From Slate ● Sep. 8, 2026
“Our hearts are with Carla’s family and loved ones during this devastating time. We respectfully ask that their privacy be honored as they grieve this unimaginable loss.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Researchers also worked with Malgana elders to identify language that could be used respectfully in the organism's scientific name.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026
"As such, I respectfully ask you in the name of football to reconsider your attendance as it will unfortunately undermine the technical nature of this important youth development activity."
From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026
John had been respectfully silent all the evening.
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
