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DEFERENCE Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word deference. (exact relations)
There are 14 hypernyms of the word deference. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for DEFERENCE

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respect
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

• a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

• behavior intended to please your parents

• a feeling of friendship and esteem

• courteous regard for people's feelings

verb

• regard highly; think much of

• show respect towards

honor
nounn
noun

• a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

• the state of being honored

• the quality of being honorable and having a good name

• a woman's virtue or chastity

verb

• bestow honor or rewards upon

• show respect towards

• accept as pay

esteem
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• a feeling of delighted approval and liking

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

verb

• regard highly; think much of

• look on as or consider

regard
verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n
noun

• (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point

• paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

• (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

• a long fixed look

• the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

• a feeling of friendship and esteem

• an attitude of admiration or esteem

verb

• deem to be

• look at attentively

• connect closely and often incriminatingly

reverence
nounn
noun

• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

• a reverent mental attitude

• an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy)

verb

• regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

veneration
nounn
noun

• a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

• religious zeal; the willingness to serve God

complaisance
nounn
noun

• a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

compliance
nounn
noun

• acting according to certain accepted standards

• a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

• the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another

compliancy
nounn
noun

• a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

obligingness
nounn
noun

• a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

respectfulness
nounn
noun

• courteous regard for people's feelings

Best Hypernyms For DEFERENCE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for deference, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (13)
admiration agreeability agreeableness civility courtesy esteem homage honor politeness regard respect reverence veneration
Phrases (1)
good manners

Alternatives for RESPECT

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