deference

英 ['def(ə)r(ə)ns] 美['dɛfərəns]

• n. 顺从；尊重

1. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard;

"his deference to her wishes was very flattering"

"be sure to give my respects to the dean"

2. courteous regard for people's feelings;

"in deference to your wishes"

"out of respect for his privacy"

3. a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others