respectful
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respectful (comparative more respectful, superlative most respectful)
- Marked or characterized by respect
- 1907, Marshall Broomhall (Editor), The Chinese Empire. A General & Missionary Survey/The Province of Kansu
- On the whole, indifference rather than open hostility has been the attitude of the people towards the Gospel, but since 1900 there has been a more eager and respectful attention to the things taught.
- It is of great importance that you act in a respectful manner towards the duke and duchess.
- They used highly respectful language when conversing with the elders.
- 1907, Marshall Broomhall (Editor), The Chinese Empire. A General & Missionary Survey/The Province of Kansu
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characterized by respect
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