Synonyms|437Antonyms|164|Broader|12Narrower|8Related|1.2k
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subordinate(adjective, servile)
4
unassertive(adjective, calm, quiet, gentle, subdued)
3
amenable(adjective, calm, quiet, gentle, meek)
3
appreciative(adjective, humble, flattering, respectful, reverent)
3
attending(adjective, servile)
3
browbeaten(adjective, servile)
3
cap in hand(expression, idiom, respect)
3
chivalrous(adjective, courteous)
3
conscientious(adjective, obedient, well-behaved)
3
cringing(adjective, inferior, humble, compliant, submissive)
3
curtsying(adjective, servile)
3
disarming(adjective, considerate, charming, captivating, enchanting)
3
downtrodden(adjective, servile)
3
feudal(adjective, servile)
3
flattering(adjective, soft, humble, charming, compliant)
3
flexible
3
gentlemanly(adjective, courteous)
3
genuflecting(adjective, servile)
3
honorific
3
hospitable(adjective, courteous)
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