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slavishly Synonyms

Another word for slavishly

Choosing another word for slavishly depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that imitates or follows a model, rule, or trend strictly and without any originality or independent thought.

Usage Example

"The young architect was criticized for blindly copying the designs of his mentor instead of developing his own style."

Strongest
blindly
uncritically
Strong
unquestioningly
mechanically
rigidly

• adverb (Context 2)

In an excessively submissive, servile, or obsequious manner toward authority or another person.

Usage Example

"The courtiers bowed servilely before the emperor, eager to win his favor at any cost."

Strongest
servilely
obsequiously
submissively
Strong
abjectly
sycophantically
fawningly

Opposites of slavishly

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

defiantly
rebelliously
creatively
independently
proudly
inventively
imaginatively
freely
See all opposites of slavishly

• Nearby Words

slavery
slaveship
slavish
slavishly
slaw
slay
slayer

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Slavishly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/slavishly
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