Definition of Deference

Noun

  • a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others
  • courteous regard for people's feelings
    "in deference to your wishes"
    "out of respect for his privacy"
  • 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"
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Unscramble deference

89 unscramble word found using the letters deference.
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