Respect
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Respect, also called esteem, is a positive feeling or action shown towards someone or something considered important or held in high esteem or regard. It conveys a sense of admiration for good or valuable qualities. It is also the process of honoring someone by exhibiting care, concern, or consideration for their needs or feelings.
Some people may earn the respect of individuals by assisting others or by playing important social roles. In many cultures, individuals are considered to be worthy of respect until they prove otherwise. Courtesies that show respect may include simple words and phrases like "Thank you" in the West or "Namaste" in the Indian subcontinent, or simple physical signs like a slight bow, a smile, direct eye contact, or a simple handshake; however, those acts may have very different interpretations, depending on the cultural context.
Synonyms
- See reputation, fame and infamy.
See also
- Face (sociological concept)
- Honor
- Self-esteem
- Tai tou, showing respect in Chinese writing by putting a space or end-of-line before the name of the respected person
- Unconditional positive regard (objective equivalent from clinical psychology)
