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deferential
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恭敬的, 谦恭的
showing respect and esteem toward someone, especially a superior
Example
Her deferential manner in the courtroom earned her the respect of both the judge and her peers.
The employee adopted a deferential tone when addressing the CEO during the meeting.
She remained deferential to her boss, always agreeing with his suggestions.
word family
defer
Verb
deferent
Adjective
deferential
Adjective
deferentially
Adverb
undeferential
Adjective
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