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
Language is a process of free creation; its laws and
principles are fixed, but the manner in which the principles
of generation are used is free and infinitely varied. Even
the interpretation and use of words involves a process of
free creation.