defer to sb/sth
formal — phrasal verb with defer /dɪˈfɜːr/
/-ˈfɝː/ verb [T] (-rr-)Definition
› to allow someone or something to make decisions for you or tell you what to do, even if you disagree with them, because of your respect for them or because of their higher rank, authority, knowledge, etc.: I have to defer to my boss on important decisions. I defer to (= accept) your judgment.Showing respect and admirationAccepting and agreeing reluctantlyAccepting and agreeingApproving and approval
(Definition of defer to sb/sth from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- admiration noun
- admire verb
- admiring adjective
- awe noun
- awestruck adjective
- hero worship noun
- homage noun
- honorific adjective
- honour noun (RESPECT)
- honour verb (RESPECT)
- idolize verb
- impress verb
- know your place idiom
- pay your respects idiom
- respectful adjective (ADMIRATION)
- reverential adjective
- salute noun (PRAISE)
- salute noun (SHOW OF RESPECT)
- salute verb (PRAISE)
- sb deserves a medal idiom
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