Deference Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Deference

Meaning 1 : courteous regard for people's feelings

    Example : in deference to your wishes

    Synonyms : respect,  respectfulness
Meaning 2 : a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

    Example : his deference to her wishes was very flattering

    Synonyms : respect
Meaning 3 : a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

    Synonyms : complaisance,  compliance,  compliancy,  obligingness


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