meek
adjectiveHow many syllables in meek?
There is 1 syllable in the word meek.Divide meek into syllables:
meek
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Definition of meek:
- meek (adjective):
- quiet, and ready to do what other people say
- enduring injury with patience and without resentment mild
- humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness.
Synonyms for meek:
acquiescent
compliant
deferential
demure
docile
down-to-earth
forbearing
gentle
humble
long-suffering
lowly
mild
modest
naive
passive
patient
peaceful
quiet
shy
simple
soft
subdued
submissive
timid
unaffected
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Antonyms for meek:
assertive
bolshie
bossy
controlling
disobedient
domineering
independent
overbearing
overriding
rebellious
superior
unhelpful
unnecessary
useless
wilful
willful
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