Deference ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Deference ( noun )

1. Respect and esteem shown to another person, especially to a superior.
2. The act of submitting to another's wishes or opinions.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, or from latin deferentia, from deferre "carry away, show respect".

Examples:

1. He always treated her with deference and respect.
2. She was treated with deference by all her colleagues.
3. He showed deference to the older members of the community.
4. In deference to her wishes, he did not bring up the topic again.
5. She spoke with deference to the chairman.

(As a verb)

Deference ( verb )

1. Respect and esteem shown to another person, especially to a superior.
2. The act of submitting to another's wishes or opinions.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french, or from latin deferentia, from deferre "carry away, show respect".

Examples:

1. He always treated her with deference and respect.
2. She was treated with deference by all her colleagues.
3. He showed deference to the older members of the community.
4. In deference to her wishes, he did not bring up the topic again.
5. She spoke with deference to the chairman.