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- [oh-bey-suh ns, oh-bee-]
- /oʊˈbeɪ səns, oʊˈbi-/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [oh-bey-suh ns, oh-bee-]
- /oʊˈbeɪ səns, oʊˈbi-/
Definitions of obeisant word
- noun obeisant a movement of the body expressing deep respect or deferential courtesy, as before a superior; a bow, curtsy, or other similar gesture. 1
- noun obeisant deference or homage: The nobles gave obeisance to the new king. 1
- noun obeisant Courteously deferential and respectful. 1
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Origin of obeisant
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English obeisaunce < Middle French obeissance, derivative of Old French obeissant, present participle of obeir to obey; see -ance
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Parts of speech for Obeisant
noun
adjective
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adverb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
obeisant popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 65% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
obeisant usage trend in Literature
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adjective obeisant
- courtly — You use courtly to describe someone whose behaviour is very polite, often in a rather old-fashioned way.
- deferential — Someone who is deferential is polite and respectful towards someone else.
- dutiful — performing the duties expected or required of one; characterized by doing one's duty: a dutiful citizen; a dutiful child.
- regarding — with regard to; respecting; concerning: He said nothing regarding the lost watch.
- respectful — full of, characterized by, or showing politeness or deference: a respectful reply.
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