deferent

• Adjetivo arcaico que significa demonstrar respeito ou deferência; atualmente é substituído principalmente por 'deferente'.

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.

   Demonstração de respeito ou submissão

   • 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.

   Sinônimoscompliantcourteousdutifulobedientpoliterespectfulreverentsubmissiveyielding

   Antônimosarrogantdefiantdiscourteousdisrespectfuldomineeringimperiousimpertinentimpudentinsolentrude