Associations to the word «Deference»
Noun
- Politeness
- Humility
- Flattery
- Modesty
- Respect
- Courtesy
- Gentleness
- Sensibility
- Obedience
- Reverence
- Etiquette
- Propriety
- Formality
- Prejudice
- Presumption
- Judgment
- Veneration
- Familiarity
- Restraint
- Opinion
- Benevolence
- Esteem
- Discretion
- Superior
- Tenderness
- Due
- Awe
- Superiority
- Approbation
- Dignity
- Salute
- Homage
- Treat
- Defiance
- Submission
- Conformity
- Admiration
- Wish
- Precedence
- Censure
- Activism
- Sentiment
- Grayson
- Elder
- Willingness
- Dissent
- Authority
- Mover
- Observance
- Dislike
Adjective
Wiktionary
DEFERENCE, noun. Great respect.
DEFERENCE, noun. The willingness to carry out the wishes of others.
Dictionary definition
DEFERENCE, noun. A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; "his deference to her wishes was very flattering"; "be sure to give my respects to the dean".
DEFERENCE, noun. Courteous regard for people's feelings; "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy".
DEFERENCE, noun. A disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others.
Wise words
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