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DEFERENT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Showing deference

Synonyms:

deferent; deferential; regardful

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

respectful (full of or exhibiting respect)

Derivation:

defer (yield to another's wish or opinion)

deference (a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard)

deference (a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others)

deference (courteous regard for people's feelings)

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