Meaning of the word deferential in English

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deferential

US /ˌdef.əˈren.ʃəl/
UK /ˌdef.əˈren.ʃəl/

Adjective

1.

polite and showing respect:

Example:
She is always extremely deferential toward anyone in authority.
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