Meek

/miːk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having or showing a quiet, gentle, and submissive nature; not aggressive.

Although he was meek in his demeanor, his kindness had a profound impact on everyone around him.

Easily imposed on; submissive.

She had a meek personality, always yielding to the demands of others.

Lacking self-confidence; timid.

The meek student hesitated to speak up during class discussions.

From Old Norse 'mjúkr', meaning 'soft, gentle'.

meek as a lamb

Very submissive or gentle in nature.

stand meekly

To endure something without resistance.

humility

The quality of being humble.

submissiveness

The state of being submissive or compliant.

docility

Willingness to be taught or controlled.

Subtle or underwhelming in personality.

He's so meek, sometimes you forget he's even in the room.

Soft or weak-willed as a descriptor.

She didn’t want to be seen as meek, so she voiced her opinion.