deferential

The definition of deferential is behavior or actions that show respect.

(adjective)

An example ofdeferential behavior is when you stand up when a judge enters the room in order to show respect to the judge.

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See deferential in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

showing deference; very respectful

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See deferential in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Marked by or exhibiting deference.

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  • defˌer·enˈtial·ly adverb

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