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Meaning of servile
Having or showing an excessively willing or eager attitude to serve or please others
Etymology of servile
The word "servile" comes from the Latin "servilis," meaning "of or pertaining to a slave," which is derived from "servus," meaning "slave"
Historically, the term has been used to describe people who are in a state of bondage or servitude, but it has also been used more broadly to describe a mindset or attitude of excessive obedience or eagerness to please
Synonyms
subservient
obedient
compliant
submissive
deferential
obsequious
sycophantic
fawning
cringing
groveling
abject
slavish
menial
humble
meek
dutiful
respectful
acquiescent
tractable
pliable
pliant
obedient
yielding
accommodating
submissive
passive
spineless
weak
cowardly
timid
cowering
fearful
intimidated
Definitions
- Having or showing an excessively willing or eager attitude to serve or please others, often in a way that is considered to be too eager to please or lacking in self-respect
- * Lacking independence or originality, and instead imitating or following the lead of others
Usage Examples
- The servile behavior of the new employee was seen as a way to curry favor with the boss
- * The servile tone of the letter made it sound like the writer was trying too hard to impress
Antonyms
assertive
confident
independent
self-assured
autonomous
self-reliant
defiant
rebellious
disobedient
noncompliant
uncooperative
resistant
stubborn
obstinate
unyielding
uncompromising
strong-willed
fearless
courageous
bold
daring
audacious