Scrabble & Words with friends points
- deference is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
- deference is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
- deference is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17
Definition of deference
- courteous regard for people's feelings (noun)
Examples
- in deference to your wishes
Synonyms
- respect
- respectfulness
- a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard (noun)
Examples
- his deference to her wishes was very flattering
Synonyms
- respect
- a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others (noun)
Synonyms
- complaisance
- compliance
- compliancy
- obligingness
See definition of deference in Merriam Webster