Associations to the word «Deferential»

Wiktionary

DEFERENTIAL, adjective. Respectful and considerate; showing deference
DEFERENTIAL, adjective. (anatomy) of, or relating to the vas deferens
DEFERENTIAL, adjective. Based on deference; based on the doctrine, ideology, or wishes of others rather than one's own conclusions

Dictionary definition

DEFERENTIAL, adjective. Showing deference.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy