bow down to someone

Related to word: bow

片語動詞

Definition

  1. to demonstrate deference and acknowledge another person's superior authority

    屈服;听从;服从于…

    • We had to bow down to the authority of the successful businessman.

      我们不得不屈服于那位成功商人的权威。

    • He is unwilling to bow down to anyone's demands and insists on his own position.

      他不愿意屈服于任何人的要求,坚持自己的立场。

    • She always bows down to her mentor, as she respects their experience.

      她总是听从她的导师,因为她尊重他们的经验。