Respectful deference (6)
I believe the answer is:
homage
'respectful deference' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for homage that I've seen before include "Things said to show respect, obeisance" , "Public honour and respect" , "respectful acknowledgment" , "Public tribute" , "Acknowledgment of superiority" .)