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Deferential vs Civil - What's the difference?

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Deferential is a synonym of civil.


As adjectives the difference between deferential and civil

is that deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference while civil is (uncomparable) having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.

deferential

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • 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

    • Related terms

    * deferent

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    civil

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • (uncomparable) Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.
    • She went into civil service because she wanted to help the people .
  • (comparable) Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner.
    • It was very civil of him to stop the argument

    Antonyms

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