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DEFERENTIALLY

(adverb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Deferentially.

Deferentially - as an adverb

In a servile manner

Example: "He always acts so deferentially around his supervisor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
submissively22

In a respectfully deferential manner

Example: "He listened deferentially"

Example Sentences

"The waiter deferentially asked if we wanted any dessert."
"She spoke deferentially to her boss during the meeting."
"The police officer treated the elderly woman deferentially."
"He nodded deferentially and left the room."
"The receptionist greeted the guests deferentially."
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Word Game Points

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

DEFERENTIALLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is DEFERENTIALLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deferentially is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEFERENTIALLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is DEFERENTIALLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deferentially is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFERENTIALLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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