genuflection
/ˌdʒɛnjəˈflɛkʃən/
noun
- The act of bending one knee to the ground, especially as a sign of respect or worship.
- In some traditions, a genuflection is made before the altar.
- His deep genuflection showed his reverence for the sacred space.
- The congregation performed a genuflection as the priest passed by.
- An act of excessive deference or submission to someone or something.
- Her constant genuflection to fashion trends annoyed her friends.
- The CEO's genuflection to the board members was seen as a sign of weakness.
- The treaty was a genuflection to the demands of the invading army.