# respect vs respected

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### respect
*noun · IPA /ɹɪˈspɛkt/ · frequency rank #999*
An attitude of consideration or high regard.

### respected
*adjective · IPA /ɹɪˈspɛktɪd/ · frequency rank #6,007*
Deserving of respect; due special honor or appreciation.

## Source
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