Meaning of deferentialism | Babel Free

Definitions

A policy or habit of behaving deferentially.

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Examples

“Some observers have concluded that an important element in the Conservative survival has been 'deferentialism', a reminder of a fundamental respect for a ruling — or at least an officer — class.”

“All these forms of deference, and their combined outcome of deferentialism, are problematic for the role of the judiciary as guardians of constitutionalism and human rights.”

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