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单词 deferent
释义

deferent

adjective

def·​er·​ent ˈde-fə-rənt How to pronounce deferent (audio)
ˈdef-rənt
: deferential

Synonyms

  • deferential
  • dutiful
  • regardful
  • respectful
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Example Sentences

though he's already attained star status, the rookie remains deferent to the team's veteran players
Recent Examples on the Web The men were expected to be compliant, deferent to the CEO, resilient and tough. Kirsten Garbini, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2021

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from deference

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

deferent

adjective

def·​er·​ent ˈdef-ə-rənt How to pronounce deferent (audio) -ˌer-ənt How to pronounce deferent (audio)
: of, relating to, or supplying the vas deferens
deferent arteries

deferent

adjective

as in respectful
marked by or showing proper regard for another's higher status though he's already attained star status, the rookie remains deferent to the team's veteran players

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • respectful
  • deferential
  • regardful
  • polite
  • dutiful
  • civil
  • reverent
  • worshipful
  • gracious
  • servile
  • venerating
  • reverential
  • subservient
  • obsequious
  • fawning
  • courteous
  • sycophantic
  • kowtowing
  • hagiographic
  • groveling
  • genuflecting
  • toadying
  • hagiographical
  • grovelling
  • kid-glove
  • kid-gloved

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • disrespectful
  • insulting
  • demeaning
  • offensive
  • abusive
  • derogatory
  • contemptuous
  • depreciative
  • undutiful
  • depreciatory
  • disparaging
  • irreverent
  • impudent
  • rude
  • insolent
  • scornful
  • uncivil
  • belittling
  • discourteous
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