Slavishly: meaning, definitions and examples
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slavishly
[ หsleษชvษชสli ]
manner of behavior
Slavishly refers to behavior that is characterized by excessive dependence on or obedience to someone or something. It often implies a lack of originality or independence, suggesting that someone is imitating or following without question or thought.
Synonyms
fawningly, obsequiously, servilely, submissively
Examples of usage
- He slavishly followed her every demand.
- The assistant worked slavishly to complete the project.
- She slavishly imitated the fashion trends of the celebrities.
Translations
Translations of the word "slavishly" in other languages:
๐ต๐น servilmente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเคพเคฎ เคเฅ เคคเคฐเคน
๐ฉ๐ช sklavisch
๐ฎ๐ฉ seperti budak
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฐะฑััะบะธ
๐ต๐ฑ niewolniczo
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฅด้ทใฎใใใซ
๐ซ๐ท servilement
๐ช๐ธ esclavamente
๐น๐ท kรถle gibi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ธ์์ฒ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุดูู ุนุจูุฏู
๐จ๐ฟ otrocky
๐ธ๐ฐ otrocky
๐จ๐ณ ๅฅด้ถ่ฌๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ suลพnje
๐ฎ๐ธ รพrรฆll
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะปะดัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฃแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kรถlษ kimi
๐ฒ๐ฝ esclavamente
Etymology
The word 'slavishly' originates from the word 'slave,' which comes from the Old French 'esclave' and the Latin 'sclavus,' meaning a person who is owned by another and forced to work for them. The term entered the English language around the 14th century, initially referring to the condition of being a slave. Over time, 'slavishly' developed metaphorical connotations, extending beyond its literal meaning to describe behavior that is excessively deferential or overly compliant, akin to the actions of a servant towards a master. This evolution reflects broader social dynamics and shifts in language usage, particularly in relation to themes of power, autonomy, and obedience in human relationships.