deferential

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

Translation

adj. showing respect or esteem

Example Sentences

people were always deferential to him.

showing an excessively deferential manner

a deferential attitude towards authority

deferential behavior in front of elders

speaking in a deferential tone

a deferential nod of the head

addressing someone in a deferential manner

a deferential bow to show respect

deferential treatment towards guests

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