Deferential
Deferential adjective - Marked by or showing proper regard for another's higher status.
Gentle and deferential are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gentle" instead an adjective "Deferential".
Gentle
Gentle adjective - Not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect.
Deferential and gentle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deferential" instead an adjective "Gentle".
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