Noun
1. (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point;
"it differs in that respect"2. the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded);
"it is held in esteem""a man who has earned high regard"3. an attitude of admiration or esteem;
"she lost all respect for him"4. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard;
"his deference to her wishes was very flattering""be sure to give my respects to the dean"5. behavior intended to please your parents;
"their children were never very strong on obedience""he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"6. a feeling of friendship and esteem;
"she mistook his manly regard for love""he inspires respect"7. courteous regard for people's feelings;
"in deference to your wishes""out of respect for his privacy"