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Deference


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Deference means great respect and reverence.

Synonyms are: adoration, appreciation, approbation, awe, testimonial, tribute, worship, abide by, comply with.

antonyms include: disrespect, opposition, rebellion.



Sample Usage

1)I let myself lose the altercation in deference to his age.

2)We executed the program in deference to his words.


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