a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; his deference to her wishes was very flattering; be sure to give my respects to the dean

[ Syn: respect ]

courteous regard for peoples feelings; in deference to your wishes; out of respect for his privacy

[ Syn: respect , respectfulness ]

a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

[ Syn: complaisance , compliance , compliancy , obligingness ]