respectfulness

/rɪˈspɛktfəlnəs/
noun
  1. The quality of being respectful; polite and considerate behavior toward others.
    • Respectfulness is an important value in many cultures.
    • The teacher praised the class for their respectfulness during the assembly.
    • His respectfulness toward the elderly earned him many friends.
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