obeisance
nounHow many syllables in obeisance?
There are 3 syllables in the word obeisance.How to pronounce obeisance:
Definition of obeisance:
- obeisance (noun):
- an attitude of respect or humble obedience
- a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission bow
- the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person.
Synonyms for obeisance:
acquiescence
adoration
beck
bow
bowing
capitulation
compliance
curtsy
deference
devotion
faithfulness
fealty
fidelity
homage
loyalty
nod
obedience
obsequiousness
respect
reverence
salaam
salute
submission
submissiveness
subservience
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Antonyms for obeisance:
aversion
bad manners
blasphemy
censure
condemnation
contempt
contumely
criticism
derision
disapproval
discredit
disdain
disesteem
disfavor
disfavour
disgrace
disgust
dishonor
dishonour
dislike
disloyalty
disobedience
disregard
disrespect
embarrassment
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