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deferentially

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

Translations

deferentiallyadverb
UK
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl.i/
US
/ˌdɛf.əˈrɛn.ʃəl.i/
He spoke deferentially to the elderly woman.
Он говорил почтительно с пожилой женщиной.
Synonyms
respectfully
courteously
submissively
obsequiously
deferently

Definitions

deferentiallyadverb
In a manner that shows respect and esteem due to a superior or an elder.
He spoke deferentially to the judge, acknowledging her authority in the courtroom.
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