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Regard (Noun)

A feeling of friendship and esteem; "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect".

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

An attitude of admiration or esteem; "she lost all respect for him".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The professor held her in high regard for her exceptional research skills.
Her regard for the artist was evident in the extensive collection of his work she had amassed.
After the scandal, he lost the regard of the community and struggled to regain their trust.
In the eyes of her students, the teacher commanded great regard and authority.
Her friends had a strong regard for her honesty and integrity, which they admired greatly.

A long fixed look; "he fixed his paternal gaze on me".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

She held his gaze for a moment, her eyes locked in a steady regard that made him feel uncomfortable.
The artist's regard for her subject was evident in the way she captured the subtleties of her expression.
He turned to face her, his regard piercing as he searched for any sign of deception.
The teacher's regard for her students was warm and encouraging, putting even the most nervous ones at ease.
The museum curator's regard for the ancient artifact was one of reverence, her eyes shining with admiration.

(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The new policy differs from the old one in several respects, including the fact that it applies to all employees.
In that regard, the company's financial situation is much improved from last year.
The two theories are similar in many respects, but they differ in one important regard.
The new employee was well-qualified in every respect, except that she had no experience with the company's software.
The city's transportation system is excellent in most respects, but it is lacking in one major regard.