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- DictionaryDef·er·ence/ˈdef(ə)rəns/
noun
- 1. humble submission and respect: "he addressed her with the deference due to age"
Deference means respect and esteem shown to another, or a yielding or submitting to another's judgment or preference. Learn the synonyms, examples, etymology, and usage of deference from Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Deference is respectful submission or yielding to the judgment, opinion, will, etc., of another. See examples of deference in sentences, word history and origins, and related words.
Deference means respect and politeness shown for someone because of their experience, knowledge, age, or power. Learn how to use this word in different contexts, see synonyms and antonyms, and hear how it sounds.
Deference means respect and politeness shown for another person, especially because of their experience, knowledge, age, or power. Learn how to use this word in sentences, see synonyms and antonyms, and find translations in different languages.
The noun deference goes with the verb defer, which means "to yield to someone's opinions or wishes out of respect for that person." If you and your dad disagree about the best route to the grocery store, you might defer to him, and take his route.
Deference is a polite and respectful attitude towards someone, especially because they have an important position. Learn the synonyms, pronunciation, collocations, and usage of deference with examples from Collins English Dictionary.
Deference is behaviour that shows that you respect somebody or something. Learn how to use this word in different contexts with pictures, pronunciation and usage notes.
