首页英语词典deferencedeference英英释意

deference

英['def(ə)r(ə)ns] 美['dɛfərəns]
  • n. 顺从;尊重

英英释意


1. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard;
"his deference to her wishes was very flattering"
"be sure to give my respects to the dean"
2. courteous regard for people's feelings;
"in deference to your wishes"
"out of respect for his privacy"
3. a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others