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meek

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈmik// UK //mˈiːk// meek

adj. quiet, gentle, and unwilling to argue with other people. You use this to describe someone who does what others want without complaining.

adj. quiet, gentle, and submissive; deficient in spirit or courage. Often carries a negative connotation of being too easily dominated by others.


SIMPLE

He was too meek to ask for a pay rise.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager expected a fight, but the employees remained meek and accepted the new rules without a word.

COMPLEX

In many classic stories, the protagonist begins as a meek and overlooked figure before discovering the inner strength required to confront their oppressors.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used predicatively after linking verbs like 'seem' or 'remain'.

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