adjective as in strong fondness

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meek, obedient, submissive, modest

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Example Sentences

Example:She came across as meek and unassuming compared to her dominating sister.

Definition:tame or weak; submissive

From meek

Example:The children were obedient when their parents set their rules.

Definition:complying with rules and commands

From obedient

Example:He remained submissive in the face of authority despite his frustration.

Definition:yielding to the will of another; showing a willingness to obey

From submissive

Example:The author was modest about his new book, saying it wasn't as good as his previous works.

Definition:unpretentious; without claiming to be better or more important than others

From modest