Dociler: meaning, definitions and examples

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dociler

 

[ ˈdɒsəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

Attitude, Behavior

Docile describes a person or animal that is easy to control or manage. This term is often used to characterize someone who is obedient and compliant, showing a willingness to follow instructions or orders. A docile individual tends to be gentle, yielding, and not prone to aggression or rebellion. This quality can be seen in pets that are easy to train or children who readily listen to their parents or teachers.

Synonyms

compliant, gentle, obedient, submissive, tame

Examples of usage

  • The docile dog sat quietly by its owner's side.
  • She was known for her docile nature, making her a favorite among teachers.
  • The horse was surprisingly docile, despite its size and strength.

Translations

Translations of the word "dociler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 docil

🇮🇳 विनम्र

🇩🇪 fügsam

🇮🇩 tunduk

🇺🇦 покірний

🇵🇱 uległy

🇯🇵 従順

🇫🇷 docile

🇪🇸 dócil

🇹🇷 itaatkar

🇰🇷 온순한

🇸🇦 مطيع

🇨🇿 poslušný

🇸🇰 poslušný

🇨🇳 温顺

🇸🇮 poslušen

🇮🇸 hlýðinn

🇰🇿 бағынғыш

🇬🇪 მორჩილ

🇦🇿 tabe

🇲🇽 dócil

Etymology

The word 'docile' comes from the Latin 'docilis', meaning 'easily taught' or 'easily led', which is derived from 'docere', meaning 'to teach'. This Latin term evolved through the Old French 'docile', which also retained the meaning referring to someone who is compliant or submissive. Its usage in English dates back to the early 15th century. Over time, the connotation has remained largely consistent, with a focus on the ease of training and obedience. In various contexts, the term can be applied to both animals and humans, reflecting an inherent characteristic of being manageable and cooperative.