deferential
US /ˌdef.əˈren.ʃəl/
UK /ˌdef.əˈren.ʃəl/
形容词
恭敬的, 尊重的
showing respect for someone or something
示例:
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He was always very deferential to his elders.
他总是对长辈非常恭敬。
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The new employee adopted a deferential attitude towards his boss.
新员工对老板采取了恭敬的态度。