deferentially

副詞

UK/ˌdef.əˈren.ʃᵊl.i/
US/ˌdef.əˈren.ʃᵊl.i/

定義 deferentially 副詞

  1. in a manner that shows politeness and great respect

    • In meetings, he always listens deferentially to the opinions of his elders.

    • She raised her question deferentially to the teacher.

    • The waiter deferentially presented the menu to the customer.