Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deferir

verb
/deɪˈfɛrɪr/
Definition
To grant, allow, or approve something, often in a formal context.
Examples
  • The committee decided to deferir the proposal after careful consideration.
  • The court chose to deferir the request for a new trial.
  • She was hopeful that the council would deferir her appeal for permission.
Meaning
In legal and administrative contexts, it refers to the act of giving consent or making a decision favorable to a request or application.
Synonyms
  • grant
  • approve
  • allow
  • sanction