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She was always deferential to her teachers.
Showing respect and submission to someone else's authority or opinions.
He was always deferential to his parents' wishes.
The employee was deferential when discussing the project with his boss.
In meetings, she remained deferential to the opinions of her colleagues.
deferential attitude
deferential tone
deferential behavior
respectful
submissive
obsequious