Associations to the word «Deference»
Noun
- Out
- Paying
- Madam
- Adherence
- Attitude
- Tribunal
- Omission
- Gentleman
- Determination
- Refusal
- Advice
- Fairness
- Orator
- Servant
- Virtue
- Assertion
- Generosity
- Suggestion
- Taste
- Mankind
- Murmur
- Intercourse
- Preference
- Hat
- Contingency
- Principle
- Enquiry
- Stranger
- Excellency
- Apology
- Indulgence
- Subordinate
- Render
- Distinction
- Veda
- Assent
- Justice
- Desire
- Peril
- Slavery
- Pow
- Ruling
- Fcc
- Jealousy
- Degree
- Lady
- Lordship
- Kindness
- Temper
- Highlander
- Norm
- Conviction
- Doctrine
Adjective
Wiktionary
DEFERENCE, noun. Great respect.
DEFERENCE, noun. The willingness to carry out the wishes of others.
Dictionary definition
DEFERENCE, noun. A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; "his deference to her wishes was very flattering"; "be sure to give my respects to the dean".
DEFERENCE, noun. Courteous regard for people's feelings; "in deference to your wishes"; "out of respect for his privacy".
DEFERENCE, noun. A disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others.
Wise words
Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your
words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they
become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your
character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.