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meek meaning and definition

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MEEK adjective

Definition of meek (adjective)

  1. humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness
  2. very docile
    • "tame obedience"; "meek as a mouse"- Langston Hughes
    • synonyms: tame
  3. evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant
    • "compliant and anxious to suit his opinions of those of others"; "a fine fiery blast against meek conformity"- Orville Prescott; "she looked meek but had the heart of a lion"; "was submissive and subservient"
    • synonyms: spiritless
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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