Dictionary respectParticular aspect

noun

respect

A particular aspect or point of comparison.

The two plans are similar in several important respects.

Etymology

respectLatinregard

Latin respectus means looking back or regard. A respect is a particular regard in which something is viewed or compared.

More examples

In one respect, the smaller house suited us better.
The report was accurate in every respect.
They differ chiefly in respect of cost.

Forms

respect · respects

Similar words

aspect: A particular feature or angle of comparison.
regard: Similar in phrases such as in this regard.