deference
de
ˈdɛ
de
fe
rence
rəns
rēns
/dˈɛfɹəns/

“deference”的英语定义和含义

Deference
01

a respectful gesture or expression that shows admiration or esteem toward someone

例子
He bowed his head in deference to the elder's wisdom.
02

a willingness or habit of submitting to the opinions or authority of others

例子
Her deference to tradition sometimes limited her creativity.
03

considerate respect for another person's feelings or preferences

例子
The journalist avoided intrusive questions out of deference to the grieving family.
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