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Meaning of 'deference' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Deference [ n.]
- A yielding of judgment or preference from respect to the wishes or opinion of another; submission in opinion; regard; respect; complaisance.

Meaning of 'deference' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . deference [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
Example in sentence:
  • be sure to give my respects to the dean;
  • his deference to her wishes was very flattering
Meaning (2):
- courteous regard for people's feelings
Example in sentence:
  • in deference to your wishes;
  • out of respect for his privacy

Nearby Words:

deface defaced defacement defacer defacing defail defailance defailure defalcate defalcated

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