adjective as in strong fondness

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submissive, obeisant, meek

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Example Sentences

Example:She put up with his untidiness with a submissive attitude.

Definition:Willingly accepting authority, not often disputing.

From submissive

Example:His obeisant behavior was an effort to ingratiate himself with the board members.

Definition:Obediently humble, as in behavior or attitude.

From obeisant

Example:He had a meek demeanor and accepted the blame without complaint.

Definition:Very quiet and humble, especially from having had too much suffering or hardship.

From meek