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deference

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3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

deference

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deference is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, deference is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdeference

1noun
  • Great respect.

    Example: "The children treated their elders with deference."

  • The willingness to carry out the wishes of others.

    Example: "By tidying his room, he showed deference to his mother."

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