DEFERENCE — 9 letter word
deference
The word deference has 9 letters: D, E, F, E, R, E, N, C, E. It contains 4 vowels and 5 consonants. It scores 15 points in Scrabble and 17 in Words With Friends. As a noun, it means "a courteous expression, by word or deed, of esteem or regard".
9 letter word "deference": D E F E R E N C E — noun
Scrabble score: 15 Words With Friends score: 17
Letter analysis of deference
| Letter | Count | Type | Scrabble pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | 1 | Consonant | 2 |
| E | 4 | Vowel | 1 |
| F | 1 | Consonant | 4 |
| R | 1 | Consonant | 1 |
| N | 1 | Consonant | 1 |
| C | 1 | Consonant | 3 |
4 vowels, 5 consonants, 6 unique letters
Definition of deference
noun
- a courteous expression, by word or deed, of esteem or regard "Your deference to my wishes is very flattering." Synonyms: respect
- a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others Synonyms: compliance
- courteous regard for people's feelings "in deference to your wishes" Synonyms: respect
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