Deference

noun
'dɛfərəns

Noun

  • courteous regard for people's feelings

    “in deference to your wishes”

    Similar:RespectRespectfulness
    Type of:Courtesy

  • a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

    “his deference to her wishes was very flattering”

    Similar:Respect
    Type of:CivilityPoliteness

  • a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

    Similar:ComplaisanceComplianceCompliancyObligingness
    Type of:AgreeabilityAgreeableness

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