What does respects mean?
Respects means plural of respect.
Respects
/ɹɪˈspɛkts/ · noun
Meaning
plural of respect.
Definitions by Sense
- plural of respect
- (often with "last" or "final) regards or respect expressed for a deceased person, usually at the same time as offering condolences to other mourners.
- third-person singular simple present indicative of respect
Example Sentences
Please come to the funeral service and pay your last respects to her grandmother.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for respects?
Common synonyms include devoirs.
What is the opposite of respects?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use respects in a sentence?
Please come to the funeral service and pay your last respects to her grandmother.
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