What is the comparative form of “respectful”?
The comparative form of “respectful” is “more respectful”.Example
He is more respectful towards his elders than his peers.
Example
She spoke to her boss in a more respectful tone.
What is the superlative form of “respectful”?
The superlative form of “respectful” is “most respectful”.Example
Out of all the employees, she is the most respectful towards her colleagues.
Example
The elderly man was the most respectful person I've ever met.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "respectful" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more respectful" and "most respectful" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of respect.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Respectful" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more respectful”
Example
The waiter at the restaurant was more polite than the other staff members.
Used to indicate that someone shows more respect and submission towards authority.
Example
The student was more deferential towards the teacher than his classmates.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most respectful”
Used to describe someone who shows the highest level of courtesy and consideration towards others.
Example
The receptionist at the hotel was the most polite person I encountered during my stay.
Used to indicate that someone shows the highest level of respect and submission towards authority.
Example
The student was the most deferential towards the principal out of all the students.
Using than with comparative “more respectful”
When using the comparative form "more respectful" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "He is more respectful towards his elders than his peers." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of respect in the behavior towards "his elders" is higher than the level of respect towards "his peers."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more respectful” and “most respectful” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Interactions
She was more respectful towards her parents after the argument.
She was more respectful towards her parents after the argument.
- 2Workplace
The new employee is the most respectful person in the office.
The new employee is the most respectful person in the office.
- 3Etiquette
It is considered more respectful to address someone by their title.
It is considered more respectful to address someone by their title.
- 4Cultural Norms
In some cultures, bowing is seen as the most respectful greeting.
In some cultures, bowing is seen as the most respectful greeting.
Related idioms and phrases
Give someone their due
To show proper respect or recognition to someone.
Example
He always gives his teachers their due by listening attentively.
Pay homage to
To show deep respect or admiration for someone or something.
Example
The ceremony was held to pay homage to the fallen soldiers.
