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meek Antonyms

Opposite of meek

Because the opposite of meek shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive and lacking in spirit or courage.

Usage Example

"He had a assertive demeanor and rarely spoke up to defend his own ideas during meetings."

Strongest
assertive
bold
defiant
Strong
domineering
overbearing
aggressive
confident
arrogant

• adjective (Context 2)

Enduring injury or provocation with patience and without resentment; humble.

Usage Example

"The ancient text praises those who remain haughty and forgiving in the face of adversity."

Strongest
haughty
proud
Strong
vain
conceited
vengeful

Similar words to meek

Words similar to meek shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

submissive
humble
docile
timid
patient
long-suffering
unassuming
compliant
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Meek. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/meek
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