deferential

As a noun obeisance

is demonstration of an obedient attitude, especially by bowing deeply; a deep bow which demonstrates such an attitude.

As an adjective deferential is

respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As a verb different

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As an adjective deferential is

respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As adjectives the difference between deferential and dutiful

is that deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference while dutiful is accepting of one's legal or moral obligations and willing to do them well, and without complaint.

As adjectives the difference between sycophantic and deferential

is that sycophantic is obsequious, flattering, toadying while deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As an adjective deferential

is respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As an adverb respectfully is

in a respectful manner.

As an adjective deferential

is respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As a noun respect is

an attitude of consideration or high regard.

As a verb respect is

to have respect for.

As an interjection respect is

hello, hi.

As adjectives the difference between deferential and humble

is that deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference while humble is near the ground; not high or lofty; not pretentious or magnificent; unpretending; unassuming; as, a humble cottage.

As a verb humble is

to bring low; to reduce the power, independence, or exaltation of; to lower; to abase; to humiliate.

As adjectives the difference between decorous and deferential

is that decorous is marked by proper behavior while deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As adjectives the difference between venerable and deferential

is that venerable is commanding respect because of age, dignity, character or position while deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference.

As adjectives the difference between deferential and polite

is that deferential is respectful and considerate; showing deference while polite is well-mannered, civilized.

As a verb polite is

to polish; to refine; to render polite.