deferent

• Adjetivo que indica que alguien muestra respeto o consideración hacia otra persona; en uso actual, mayormente reemplazado por 'deferential'. También puede referirse a algo que se desvía o aparta de una dirección o conducta principal.

An archaic adjective meaning showing deference or respect; now largely replaced by 'deferential'.

1. Showing respect or submissionC1formal

   Characterized by a polite and respectful attitude, especially toward someone of higher status or authority.

   respetuoso, deferente

   • The young apprentice was deferent to his master's instructions.
   • She spoke in a deferent tone to the judge.
   • His deferent behavior impressed the senior managers.

   Sinónimoscompliantcourteousdutifulobedientpoliterespectfulreverentsubmissiveyielding

   Antónimosarrogantdefiantdiscourteousdisrespectfuldomineeringimperiousimpertinentimpudentinsolentrude