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Definition of servanthood

servanthood

/ˈsɜːrvənthʊd/
ser · vant · hood
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• noun

1

The state, condition, or role of being a servant, especially as a voluntary commitment to humble service and helping others.

Example

"The seminar emphasized that effective community leadership begins with a spirit of humble servanthood."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike 'servitude', which implies forced labor or oppressive subjection, 'servanthood' carries a positive, voluntary connotation, frequently used in religious and leadership contexts to describe humble, selfless dedication to others.

• Nearby Words

servable
serval
servant
servanthood
serve
server
serveware

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Servanthood. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/servanthood
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