adj
deferential
Deferential (adj) means Polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.
adj
1
Polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.
2
Following someone else's beliefs or wishes rather than your own judgement.
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Etymology
From deference (or its Latin type *dēferentia) + -al; compare essence, essential; prudence, prudential, etc. Coined by Scottish novelist, poet and playwright Walter Scott.
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deferent
regardful
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What is the meaning of deferential?
"deferential" (adj) means polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority.
What is another word for deferential?
Other words for "deferential" include deferent, regardful.
What is the opposite of deferential?
Opposites of "deferential" include rude, impudent.
What are the different meanings of deferential?
"deferential" has 2 main meanings: 1. Polite and respectful, especially towards someone in authority; 2. Following someone else's beliefs or wishes rather than your own judgement.
