The relationship between the two is complicated by the phrase "beseech you", which was used in the same time period and was clearly the form used most deferentially.
The father gestures deferentially while a maid dutifully fetches a chair for this esteemed visitor.
These spaces are deferentially scaled with tiled gable roofs, including one annex, while simple faceted spires have been erected on the bell towers (painted white).
When they leave for work, he slips into an uptown banker's office where he meets with important people who treat him deferentially.
The spaces are deferentially covered in tile, and facades plastered and painted in white, while the corners, cornices and frames are painted in grey.
I rise respectfully and deferentially.
When we deferentially compliment someone, we speak in strict accordance with the rules, whereas our verbal insults gain emphasis when violating the rules of dialogue.
He was leaning deferentially across the table towards Williamson.
