17
humble(adjective, rude, bold, meek, loud)
9
peaceful(adjective, state, force, conflict, violence)
5
modest
4
diffident(adjective, indefinite)
3
meek(adjective, indefinite)
3
unassertive
3
deferential
3
obsequious(adjective, submissive, groveling)
3
submissive
2
quiet
2
retiring
2
slavish(adjective, independent, servile)
2
subservient
2
timid
1
acquiescent
1
amenable
1
lowly
1
meekest
1
passive
1
reserved
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