deference

simple noun12 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.1

Used to emphasize a high degree of respect.

Respect shown towards someone or something.

Respect shown towards someone or something.

In a respectful manner.

Done out of respect for the wishes or feelings of someone.

Done because you respect someone's wishes or feelings.

To act in a way that demonstrates respect.

To behave towards someone with respect.

To show respect to someone.

To have a duty to be respectful to someone.

To formally give someone respect.

To allow or give someone respect, often formally.