Obeisance
Pronunciation: /oʊˈbeɪsəns/
Obeisance (noun)
- A formal act of showing respect, often by bowing or lowering your head to someone important.
- Respect shown in a careful, polite way, especially in public situations where manners matter.
Examples
- She offered obeisance with a deep bow.
- He showed obeisance by bowing to the audience.