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Meaning of coaxable
The primary meaning of "coaxable" is capable of being persuaded or influenced.
Etymology of coaxable
The word "coaxable" originates from the verb "coax," which is derived from the Middle English word "coken," meaning to deceive or cheat, and the Old English word "cōcian," meaning to coax or wheedle
Historically, the term has been used to describe someone or something that can be easily persuaded or influenced, often through gentle or subtle means
Synonyms
persuadable
influenceable
susceptible
vulnerable
receptive
responsive
impressible
suggestible
pliable
malleable
tractable
manageable
compliant
obliging
accommodating
cooperative
amenable
willing
agreeable
docile
gentle
flexible
adaptable
yielding
governable
controllable
tamable
tameable
moldable
shapeable
trainable
Definitions
- Capable of being persuaded or influenced, especially by flattery or gentle persuasion
- * Willing to be guided or controlled, especially in a gentle or subtle manner
Usage Examples
- The coaxable nature of the child made it easy for the teacher to encourage good behavior
- * The company's coaxable management team was open to new ideas and suggestions
- * The coaxable animal was easily trained using positive reinforcement techniques
Antonyms
uncooperative
stubborn
obstinate
resistant
unyielding
inflexible
rigid
uncompromising
unmanageable
uncontrollable
ungovernable
untrainable
unmalleable
unpersuadable
unreceptive
unresponsive
headstrong
hardheaded
contrarian
defiant
disobedient