Decorous vs Deferential - What's the difference?
decorous | deferential |
Marked by proper behavior. (rfex)
* 1919 ,
respectful and considerate; showing deference
(anatomy) of, or relating to the vas deferens
based on deference; based on the doctrine, ideology, or wishes of others rather than one's own conclusions
As adjectives the difference between decorous and deferential
is that decorous is marked by proper behavior while deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference.decorous
English
Adjective
(en adjective)- But who can fathom the subtleties of the human heart? Certainly not those who expect from it only decorous sentiments and normal emotions.