Meek Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
meek
adjective
meeker;
meekest
meek
/ˈmiːk/
adjective
meeker;
meekest
Britannica Dictionary definition of MEEK
:
having or showing a quiet and gentle nature
:
not wanting to fight or argue with other people
- a meek child dominated by his brothers
- a meek reply
- She may seem meek and mild but it is all an act.
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— meekly
adverb
- He asked meekly for help.
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— meekness
noun
[noncount]