Associations to the word «Deference»
Noun
- Out
- Paying
- Madam
- Adherence
- Attitude
- Tribunal
- Omission
- Gentleman
- Determination
- Refusal
- Advice
- Fairness
- Orator
- Servant
- Virtue
- Assertion
- Generosity
- Suggestion
- Taste
- Mankind
- Murmur
- Intercourse
- Preference
- Hat
- Contingency
- Principle
- Enquiry
- Stranger
- Excellency
- Apology
- Indulgence
- Subordinate
- Render
- Distinction
- Veda
- Assent
- Justice
- Desire
- Peril
- Slavery
- Pow
- Ruling
- Fcc
- Jealousy
- Degree
- Lady
- Lordship
- Kindness
- Temper
- Highlander
- Norm
- Conviction
- Doctrine
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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