deference vs deferent
deferent vs deferencedeference is a noun but deferent is not a noun.
deference is not an adjective while deferent is an adjective.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| deference | Yes | No | No | No |
| deferent | No | Yes | No | No |
| deference (noun) | deferent (noun) |
|---|---|
| a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard | |
| a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others | |
| courteous regard for people's feelings |
| deference (adjective) | deferent (adjective) |
|---|---|
| showing deference |
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