Deference
Definition
(noun) Polite respect for someone’s authority
Examples
“Out of deference, he let the elders speak first.”
“Deference kept him quiet.”
“At the board meeting, she showed deference to Mr. Patel and waited her turn.”
“He didn't talk to his mother with much deference that night.”
“The mayor's deference to the judge annoyed a few reporters.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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