Submissively: meaning, definitions and examples
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submissively
[ səbˈmɪsɪvli ]
in a manner that shows obedience or submission
In a submissive or obedient manner; showing a willingness to yield or surrender.
Synonyms
compliantly, meekly, obediently, subserviently
Examples of usage
- She nodded submissively, accepting his decision.
- He spoke submissively to his boss, hoping to avoid any conflict.
- The dog approached submissively, with its tail between its legs.
in a manner that lacks assertiveness
In a way that lacks assertiveness or confidence; with a meek or timid attitude.
Synonyms
meekly, shyly, subserviently, timidly
Examples of usage
- She answered submissively, not daring to speak up.
- He behaved submissively in front of his aggressive colleague.
- The student raised his hand submissively, waiting for permission to speak.
Translations
Translations of the word "submissively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 submissivamente
🇮🇳 आज्ञाकारी तरीके से
🇩🇪 unterwürfig
🇮🇩 dengan patuh
🇺🇦 покірно
🇵🇱 ulegle
🇯🇵 従順に
🇫🇷 soumis
🇪🇸 sumisamente
🇹🇷 itaatkâr bir şekilde
🇰🇷 복종적으로
🇸🇦 بطريقة خاضعة
🇨🇿 podřízeně
🇸🇰 podriadene
🇨🇳 顺从地
🇸🇮 pokorno
🇮🇸 undirgefið
🇰🇿 бағынушылықпен
🇬🇪 დამორჩილებით
🇦🇿 tabe olaraq
🇲🇽 sumisamente
Word origin
The word 'submissively' is derived from the word 'submit', which comes from the Latin word 'submittere', meaning 'to lower, reduce, yield'. The concept of submission has been present in various cultures and societies throughout history, often associated with obedience, surrender, or deference to authority. The adverb 'submissively' reflects a demeanor or behavior characterized by compliance, meekness, or deference to others.