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deferential in French

deferential in French is déférent — deferential means polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.

deferential in French

déférent

adj

Respectful and considerate; showing deference.

What does "deferential" mean?

adj Polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.
adj Following someone else's beliefs or wishes rather than your own judgement.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "deferential" in French?

"deferential" in French is déférent. deferential means: Polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.

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