respectfully
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Adv — In a manner that shows courtesy and regard for someone.
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How to use respectfully
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Etymology
From respectful plus the adverb-forming suffix -ly.
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What does “respectfully” mean?
The word “respectfully” means in a manner that shows courtesy and regard for someone. In plain terms, doing or saying something in a polite, considerate way.
How do you pronounce “respectfully”?
“Respectfully” is pronounced rih-SPEHKT-fuh-lee (/ɹɪˈspɛkt.fə.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “respectfully” in a sentence?
Here is “respectfully” used in a sentence: “She respectfully disagreed with her manager's decision.”
What part of speech is “respectfully”?
“Respectfully” is an adverb.
Is “respectfully” a common word?
“Respectfully” is an uncommon word in modern English.