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DEFERENCES

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There are 3 meanings of the word Deferences.

Deferences - as a noun

A courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard

Example: "His deference to her wishes was very flattering"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
respect11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
civility16politeness12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Courteous regard for people's feelings

Example: "In deference to your wishes"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
respect11respectfulness21

A disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complaisance20compliance18compliancy21obligingness16

Word Game Points

Is DEFERENCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deferences is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFERENCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DEFERENCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deferences is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFERENCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DEFERENCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deferences is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFERENCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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