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deferential in Latin

deferential in Latin is obsequiōsus — deferential means respectful and considerate; showing deference.

deferential in Latin

obsequiōsus

adj

Respectful and considerate; showing deference.

What does "deferential" mean?

adj Respectful and considerate; showing deference.
adj Based on deference; based on the doctrine, ideology, or wishes of others rather than one's own conclusions.

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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 Latin?

"deferential" in Latin is obsequiōsus. deferential means: Respectful and considerate; showing deference.

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