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Definition of sheeplike

sheeplike

/ˈʃiːp.laɪk/
sheep · like
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sheeplike Lexical Profile

sheeplike Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Characterized by passive, unthinking obedience, conformity, or timidity, in the manner traditionally attributed to sheep.

Example

"Critics warned that the public's sheeplike acceptance of the new regulations could erode civil liberties."

2

Resembling or characteristic of a sheep in physical appearance or behavior.

Example

"The artist sketched a whimsical creature with a sheeplike coat of thick, curling wool."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'sheeplike' with 'sheepish'; 'sheeplike' describes passive, unthinking conformity or literal resemblance to sheep, whereas 'sheepish' describes showing mild embarrassment or shame.

• Rhymes for sheeplike

• Nearby Words

sheepishly
sheepishness
sheeple
sheeplike
sheepshead
sheepskin
sheer

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