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def·er·en·tial
 deferential
- pronunciation:
- de
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adjective |
| definition: |
characterized by or showing deference; respectfully submissive.
He'd done a lot to further the careers of his sons, and he expected deferential treatment because of it.- antonyms:
- impudent, insolent, saucy
- similar words:
- humble
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| related words: |
civil, complaisant, lawful, mannerly, meek, obedient, obsequious, passive, servile, submissive, tame |
| derivation: |
deferentially (adv.) |
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