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Term: deferentially

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense: In a deferential manner; showing respect or submission

Sample Sentence:

• "The waiter bowed deferentially before serving the honored guest."

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Respectful or submissive

Sample Sentence:

• "The deferential tone of the student towards the professor impressed the class."

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A person who displays deferential behavior

Sample Sentence:

• "She was known as a deferential, polite employee who always followed instructions without question."

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