deferential (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌdɛfəˈrɛnʃəl/
Definition
Showing humble submission and respect.
Examples
The new employee maintained a deferential attitude towards his experienced colleagues.
She spoke in a deferential tone to the professor, acknowledging his expertise.
Despite his high status, the king was surprisingly deferential to the ancient customs of his people.
How to Use deferential
- deferential to (someone/something) (prepositional phrase)
- Showing respect or submission towards a person or thing. — "She was always deferential to her elders."
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