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deference

[def-er-uhns] / ˈdɛf ər əns /
NOUN
obedience, compliance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
yielding
STRONG
acquiescence capitulation complaisance condescension docility obeisance submission
Antonyms
STRONG
fight
WEAK
dishonor disobedience disregard ignorance impoliteness noncompliance
NOUN
attention, homage
Synonyms
STRONGEST
civility courtesy reverence
STRONG
acclaim consideration esteem honor obeisance politeness regard respect thoughtfulness veneration
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discourtesy disregard rudeness
STRONG
disdain dishonor disrespect ignorance neglect thoughtlessness
WEAK
disobedience impoliteness noncompliance

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