deference

'defәrәns

托福GRE Collins 1

n. a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
n. courteous regard for people's feelings

n. 顺从, 尊重

Collins 星级

11,323

BNC 频率

11,329

使用频率

deference 由前缀 de-（表示“向下”或“离开”）和词根 fer（表示“携带”或“带来”）组成，整体意思是“带着尊重或服从”。

例句

1. She showed great deference to her elders during the meeting.

她在会议上对长辈表现出极大的尊重。

2. In deference to his wishes, we decided to change the schedule.

为了尊重他的愿望，我们决定更改日程。

3. The students listened in deference to the teacher's instructions.

学生们尊重地倾听老师的指示。