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subservient
01
ready to obey others unquestioningly, especially those in authority
Examples
His subservient assistant never challenged any of his unreasonable demands.
The manager preferred subservient employees who would not question his decisions.
02
serving as a means, tool, or aid
Examples
Technology should be subservient to human needs, not the other way around.
Laws are subservient to the goal of justice.
03
behaving in a manner characteristic of a servant or slave
Examples
The courtiers were subservient, bowing at every word of the king.
She found his subservient attitude toward wealthy clients repulsive.
04
subordinate or considered secondary in importance
Examples
In the company's hierarchy, the administrative staff is often viewed as subservient to the executive team.
The needs of the individual were made subservient to the goals of the collective in the community.
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