deference
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/ˈdɛfərəns/
/ˈdɛfrəns/
Formal
- 1 saygı, hürmet uncountable
Definition (English)
Polite respect shown by accepting another person's opinion, wishes or authority.
Example Sentences
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Out of deference to her parents, she did not argue.Ailesine duyduğu saygıdan ötürü tartışmadı.
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He accepted the decision out of deference to his boss.Patronuna saygısından dolayı kararı kabul etti.
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In deference to the family's wishes, the ceremony was kept small.Ailenin isteklerine saygıdan dolayı tören küçük tutuldu.
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Collocations
in deference toout of deference toshow deferencedeference to authority