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def·er·ent¹ (d

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adj.

Showing deference; deferential.

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Adj.

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deferent - showing deference

deferential, regardful

respectful - full of or exhibiting respect; "respectful behavior"; "a respectful glance"

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The Wizard now arose and made a low bow to Ozma and another less deferent bow to the assembled company.

The Patchwork Girl of Oz by Baum, L. Frank View in context

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