DEFERENCE
Scrabble letter values: D2E1F4E1R1E1N1C3E1 = 15
Definition
- noun a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard. — synonyms: respect
- noun courteous regard for people's feelings. — synonyms: respect, respectfulness
- noun a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others. — synonyms: complaisance, compliance, compliancy, obligingness
Examples
- “his deference to her wishes was very flattering”
- “be sure to give my respects to the dean”
- “in deference to your wishes”