An attitude of consideration or high regard. Respect is an continuous property.
Respect involves an entity a showing regard for another entity b from the perspective of entity b (with compassion).
Cultural Definition
(uncountable) an attitude of consideration or high regard "He is an intellectual giant, and I have great respect for him. we do respect people for their dignity and worth."
(uncountable) good opinion, honor, or admiration
(uncountable, always plural) Polite greetings, often offered as condolences after a death. "The mourners paid their last respects to the deceased poet."
(countable) a particular aspect of something "This year's model is superior to last year's in several respects."
Respect is a positive feeling of esteem or deference for a person or other entity (such as a nation or a religion), and also specific actions and conduct representative of that esteem. Respect can be a specific feeling of regard for the actual qualities of the one respected (e.g., "I have great respect for her judgment"). It can also be conduct in accord with a specific ethic of respect.
Respect can be both given and/or received. Depending on an individual's cultural reference frame, respect can be something that is earned. Respect is often thought of as earned or built over time. Often, continued caring interactions are required to maintain or increase feelings of respect among individuals. Chivalry, by some definitions, contains the outward display of respect.
Respect should not be confused with tolerance. The antonym and opposite of respect is disrespect.
Pattern Expression
All Entities in Existence are capable of having respect for another entity.