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Another word for meekness

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The quality or state of being quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissiveness.

Usage Example

"Her initial submissiveness during the negotiations led the opposing counsel to underestimate her resolve."

Strongest
submissiveness
docility
Strong
humility
timidity
gentleness
modesty
passivity
compliance
deference
Weak
servility

Opposites of meekness

The opposite of meekness shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

arrogance
assertiveness
boldness
defiance
aggression
audacity
pride
insolence
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Meekness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/meekness
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