respectful
adjective
re·spect·ful
ri-ˈspekt-fəl 
: marked by or showing respect or deference
respectfulness
noun
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the children were remarkably respectful while in the president's office
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The principal characters in Borgen believe in the values of respectful dialogue, democracy, and international law.
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Adam Price, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
William is super respectful to the teachers and his peers, turns his work in on time, remains on task and always is a willing participant in the classroom.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Its leading countries, through their growing size, wealth, and prestige, could help build a world order that is not only more just but more codified, regulated, and respectful of international law.
—Jorge G. CastaÑeda, Foreign Affairs, 4 Feb. 2025
Chapman’s father, Keston Cotton, said his son was prone to arguing but was respectful.
—Ellen Moynihan, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Adam Price, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
William is super respectful to the teachers and his peers, turns his work in on time, remains on task and always is a willing participant in the classroom.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025
Its leading countries, through their growing size, wealth, and prestige, could help build a world order that is not only more just but more codified, regulated, and respectful of international law.
—Jorge G. CastaÑeda, Foreign Affairs, 4 Feb. 2025
Chapman’s father, Keston Cotton, said his son was prone to arguing but was respectful.
—Ellen Moynihan, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
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“Respectful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respectful. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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respectful
adjective
re·spect·ful
ri-ˈspekt-fəl
: marked by or showing respect
a respectful manner
respectful of others
respectfulness
noun
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