1. in a manner showing respect, submission, or deference; with a bow or gesture of respect
Usage: formal; literary

Examples

• The servant bowed obeisantly before the king.
• She nodded obeisantly when the director entered the room.
• The courtiers approached obeisantly, showing their deep respect.
• He spoke obeisantly to his superior, careful not to offend.
• The staff greeted the dignitary obeisantly with formal bows.
• She curtseyed obeisantly, as was expected of her station.