n.
1.(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
2.the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
3.an attitude of admiration or esteem
4.a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
5.behavior intended to please your parents
6.a feeling of friendship and esteem
7.courteous regard for people's feelings respect v.
1.regard highly
2.show respect towards
Idiom of the Day
be all things to all people
to be everything that is wanted by all people
The politician tries to be all things to all people and it is difficult to know what he really believes.