GRE Word List

DEFERENCE

respect and esteem due a superior or an elder

The meaning of the word deference is respect and esteem due a superior or an elder.

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flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
enlistto secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest
cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
inductto put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install
colossalof, relating to, or resembling a colossus
posthumousborn after the death of the father
stymieto present an obstacle to : stand in the way of