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deferential
UK
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
US
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
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deferential
adjective
more deferential
Comp.
most deferential
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UK
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
US
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
déférent
The young apprentice was deferential to his mentor, always listening intently and following instructions carefully.
Le jeune apprenti était déférent envers son mentor, écoutant toujours avec attention et suivant soigneusement les instructions.
Additional translations
respectueux
Plus général, quand l’idée est celle d’un égard poli et attentif.
Synonyms
humble
deferent
obsequious
submissive
polite
respectful
yielding
Antonyms
insolent
rude
impertinent
disrespectful
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deferential
adjective
Showing respect or courteous regard towards someone or something.
The young apprentice was deferential to his mentor, always listening intently and following instructions carefully.
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