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subservient

[səbˈsɜːrviənt]

subservient Definition

  • 1prepared to obey others unquestioningly
  • 2less important; subordinate

Using subservient: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "subservient" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new manager expected subservient behavior from his employees.

  • Example

    She refused to be subservient to her husband's wishes.

  • Example

    The company's interests were subservient to those of its shareholders.

subservient Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subservient

Antonyms for subservient

Phrases with subservient

  • a position or function that is subordinate to another

    Example

    She was tired of playing a subservient role in the company.

  • being less important than or subordinate to something else

    Example

    The needs of the individual are subservient to the needs of the group.

  • behavior that is compliant and obedient to others

    Example

    The teacher did not tolerate subservient behavior in her classroom.

Origins of subservient

from Latin 'subserviens', present participle of 'subservire', meaning 'to be subordinate'

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Summary: subservient in Brief

The term 'subservient' [səbˈsɜːrviənt] refers to someone who is prepared to obey others without question, or something that is less important or subordinate. It is often used to describe behavior or roles, as in 'The new manager expected subservient behavior from his employees.' 'Subservient' has synonyms like 'compliant,' 'obedient,' and 'docile,' and antonyms like 'dominant' and 'assertive.'