deferential [adjective]

Definition of deferential:

showing deference

Synonyms of deferential:

● Deferent

● Regardful

● Submissive

● Humble

● Subservient

● Respectful


Opposite/Antonyms of deferential:

● Contemptuous

● Arrogant

● Disrespectful

● Sassy

● Inconsiderate


Sentence/Example of deferential:

They refused to use honorific titles and deferential forms of address such as your excellency, my lord, because they were not literally true.