deferential

[US]/ˌdefəˈrenʃl/
[UK]/ˌdefəˈrenʃl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. 恭敬的

Example Sentences

people were always deferential to him.

人们始终对他很恭敬。

showing an excessively deferential manner

表现出非常恭敬的举止

a deferential attitude towards authority

对权威的尊重态度

deferential behavior in front of elders

在长辈面前的尊敬行为

speaking in a deferential tone

用尊敬的语气说话

a deferential nod of the head

恭敬地点头

addressing someone in a deferential manner

以尊敬的方式称呼某人

a deferential bow to show respect

恭敬鞠躬以示尊重

deferential treatment towards guests

对客人的尊敬态度

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