Respectful Communication

verb To respond defiantly or rudely to someone in authority or to answer in a cheeky or impertinent manner.

• It is considered impolite to answer back to your elders.
• Don't answer back to your boss, just listen and follow instructions.
• She always has to answer back with some snarky comment.
• The roaring waves seemed to answer back to the howling wind.

verb to confer honor or dignity upon; honor; ennoble

• It is important to dignify all individuals with respect and kindness.
• Let's make sure to dignify everyone's opinions during the meeting.
• Don't forget to dignify your friend's efforts in helping you out.
• The artist sought to dignify the ordinary object by placing it in a museum setting.

noun a title or term of respect used to address or refer to someone, such as 'Mr.', 'Mrs.', or 'Dr.'

• In Japanese culture, honorific titles such as 'san' or 'sama' are used to show respect.
• Using honorifics like 'Mr.' or 'Ms.' is a common practice in English-speaking countries.
• Some people use honorifics like 'dude' or 'bro' in a casual setting.
• The title 'Your Majesty' is a figurative honorific used to address royalty.