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Word | Deference |
an 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 / a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others / A yielding of judgment or preference from respect to the wishes or opinion of another / courteous regard for another's wish / humble submission and respect. / a way of behaving that shows respect for someone or something, | |
Usage | ⇒ The people at the court showed deference on the arrival of the judge ⇒ In deference to the minister's request, please do not take photographs during the wedding service. ⇒ Her relatives treat one another with deference. ⇒ he addressed her with the deference due to age ⇒ Manee showed deference for her mother |
Synonyms | respect, reverence, homage, veneration, esteem, obeisance, compliance, obedience, regard, submission, admiration, honor, consideration, devotion, acquiescence, allegiance, complaisance, courtesy, honour, loyalty, |
Antonyms | contempt, disobedience, defiance, intractability, disregard, recalcitrance, cheek, discourtesy, disdain, disrespect, ignorance, impertinence, impoliteness, impudence, insolence, insubordination, noncompliance, rebellion, rebelliousness, scorn, |
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