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   Meek

   /mēk/

   

   adjective

   • 1. quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive: "I used to call her Miss Mouse because she was so meek and mild" Similar patientlong-sufferingforbearingresignedgentlequietshyretiringreverentpeacefulpeaceabledocilelamblikemilddemuremodesthumblelowlydiffidentunassumingself-effacingunpretentiousunambitiousunobtrusivesubmissiveyieldingunresistingobedientcomplianttamebiddabletractableacquiescentdeferentialweaktimidfrightenedspinelessspiritlessunprotestinglike a lamb to the slaughterinformal:weak-kneedwimpishOpposite impatientassertiveassertiveoverbearing

   Word Origin Middle Englishme(o)c (also in the sense ‘courteous or indulgent’), from Old Norse mjúkr ‘soft, gentle’.

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   Meek definition: humbly patient or quiet in nature, as under provocation from others.. See examples of MEEK used in a sentence.

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   What does the word Meek mean in the Bible?

   • The word “meek” in Greek is “praüs” which means “gentle.” Christ spoke of Himself saying: “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls ” ( Matthew 11:29 ). Jesus tells us in this verse to take His yoke.

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   What does Meek stand for?

   • evincing mildness of temper, or patience; characterized by mildness or patience; as, a meek answer; a meek face mēk, adj. mild and gentle of temper: submissive.— adv. Meek′ly .— n. Meek′ness, state or quality of being meek. [Ice. mjúkr; Dut. muik .] What does MEEK stand for?

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   What does the word Meek mean?

   • meek ( adj.) humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness; meek and self-effacing. Synonyms: mild / modest. meek ( adj.) very docile; "meek as a mouse"- Langston Hughes; Synonyms: tame. meek ( adj.) evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant; "a fine fiery blast against meek ...

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   What is an example of being meek?

   • What is an example of being meek? The definition of meek is someone or something that does not have force or someone who is willing to give into others. An example of meek is an argument that is not stated forcefully. An example of meek is a person who easily gives in to others. Easily imposed on; submissive.

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   MEEK meaning: Someone who is meek is quiet and does not argue with others.. Learn more.

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   The answer is both. While geek and meek have slightly different connotations, they are often used interchangeably to describe individuals who may not fit into the mainstream social norms. In this article, we will explore the meanings of these two words and delve into the nuances that set them apart.

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   1. humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others. 2. overly submissive or compliant; spiritless; tame. 3. Obs. gentle; kind. [1150–1200; Middle English meke, meoc < Old Norse mjūkr soft, mild, meek] meek′ly, adv. meek′ness, n.

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   meek. adjective. These are words and phrases related to meek. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of meek. The boss constantly mistreated his meek assistant. The meek shall inherit the earth. Synonyms. submissive. deferential. complaisant. docile. yielding. tractable. acquiescent. unresisting.

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