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meek

[/miːk/]
adjective
manso
1. Quiet, gentle, and not wanting to argue or fight; submissive
He has a meek personality and rarely speaks up in meetings.
Ele tem uma personalidade mansa e raramente fala em reuniões.
2. Lacking strength or assertiveness; timid
The meek response to the criticism surprised no one.
A resposta mansa à crítica não surpreendeu ninguém.
3. Humble and patient in the face of provocation
Despite the insults, he remained meek and composed.
Apesar dos insultos, ele permaneceu manso e composto.
Synonyms
humblegentlesubmissivedociletimidmild
Antonyms
aggressiveassertivebolddomineeringforceful

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
manso
most common usage
General Brazilian
dócil
alternative translation emphasizing docility
Portugal
manso
standard usage
Portugal
humilde
alternative when referring to spiritual humility

Related Idioms & Phrases

meek and mild
the meek shall inherit the earth
meek as a lamb
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