Hold in regard is a phrase that expresses admiration and RESPECT for someone or something. It is often used to describe the way one feels about another person, such as a family member or friend. The two crossword solutions for this term are RESPECT (7 letters) and ESTEEM (6 letters). RESPECT is a feeling of admiration and deference towards someone or something, while ESTEEM is a high opinion or regard for someone or something. Both words express admiration and RESPECT, but they have slightly different connotations. RESPECT implies a certain level of admiration and deference, while ESTEEM implies a higher level of admiration and RESPECT.