deference

[US]/ˈdefərəns/
[UK]/ˈdefərəns/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. respect and submission

Phrases & Collocations

show deference

deference to authority

out of deference

deference towards elders

deference to tradition

in deference to

Example Sentences

Children are taught to treat their parents and teachers with deference?

We all showed deference to his skill.

he addressed her with the deference due to age.

Do you treat your parents and teachers with deference?

don't give undue deference to the opinions and feelings of others. See also Synonyms at honesty

show deference to elders

treated with deference and respect

deference to the wishes of others

in deference to their customs

with deference and humility

deference shown to guests

in deference to her position

deference to the rules

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