deferential

UK
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
US
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/

Translations

deferentialadjective
more deferential
Comp.
most deferential
Super.
UK
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
US
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl/
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
respectueuxPlus général, quand l’idée est celle d’un égard poli et attentif.

Definitions

deferentialadjective
Showing respect or courteous regard towards someone or something.
The young apprentice was deferential to his mentor, always listening intently and following instructions carefully.