Definitions For Deference

noun

  • A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
  • A disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others
  • Courteous regard for people's feelings
  • A way of behaving that shows respect for someone or something

Is Deference a Scrabble Word?

Words With Friends YES
Scrabble US YES
Scrabble UK YES
English International (SOWPODS) YES
Scrabble Global YES
Enable1 Dictionary YES

Points in Different Games

Scrabble
15
Words with Friends
17

The word Deference is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words with Friends

Examples of Deference in a Sentence

  • Her relatives treat one another with deference.
  • He is shown much deference by his colleagues.

Synonyms for Deference

Antonyms for Deference

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