Associations to the word «Deferential»
Noun
- Deference
- Politeness
- Attitude
- Manner
- Nod
- Tone
- Humility
- Bow
- Waiter
- Tender
- Aristocracy
- Courtesy
- Chasing
- Silent
- Posture
- Greeting
- Bearing
- Discretion
- Respect
- Admiration
- Conscience
- Smile
- Stance
- Standard
- Vacation
- Regard
- Opinion
- Gentleman
- Kindness
- Superior
- Court
- Ussr
- Accent
- Smiling
- Glance
- Behavior
- Geometry
- Stranger
- Gesture
- Conversation
- Hint
- Servant
- Review
- Authority
- Voice
- Conduct
- Dignity
- Lady
- Exercise
- Judgment
- Decision
- Presence
- Silence
- Elder
- Hat
- Sympathy
Adjective
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 right word may be effective, but no word was ever as
effective as a rightly timed pause.