Antonyms for respectful

Grammar : Adj

Spell : ri-spekt-fuhl

Phonetic Transcription : rɪˈspɛkt fəl

Definition of respectful

Origin : 1580s, "characterized by respect" (implied in respectfully), from respect (n.) + -ful. Meaning "full of outward civility" attested from 1680s. Related: Respectfulness.

adj courteous, mannerly

Example sentences :

To the others it seemed that his mind walked with Those Above, and they were respectful of him.
Extract from : « The Trail Book » by Mary Austin

He wished to see Hinde coming to him in a respectful manner!
Extract from : « The Foolish Lovers » by St. John G. Ervine

On the whole, they were easily managed, and were respectful and obedient.
Extract from : « Ned Myers » by James Fenimore Cooper

She tells a simple story, in a candid and respectful manner.
Extract from : « Female Scripture Biographies, Vol. I » by Francis Augustus Cox

My most respectful acknowledgements to her for it, and for her very kind admonitions.
Extract from : « Clarissa, Volume 2 (of 9) » by Samuel Richardson

You know his drawl, when his muscles give him the respectful hesitation.
Extract from : « Clarissa, Volume 2 (of 9) » by Samuel Richardson

I am as respectful disposed to you, sir, as a man can be; but I do think so.'
Extract from : « Life And Adventures Of Martin Chuzzlewit » by Charles Dickens

My desire to learn made me attentive, prompt, and respectful.
Extract from : « The Atlantic Monthly, Vol. 10, No. 58, August, 1862 » by Various

Visits were offered him from respectful parties, but he declined them.
Extract from : « The Atlantic Monthly, Vol. 10, No. 58, August, 1862 » by Various

Mr. Hickman begs his most respectful compliments to you, with offer of his services.
Extract from : « Clarissa, Volume 3 (of 9) » by Samuel Richardson

Synonyms for respectful

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