1. Ready to accept or comply with the authority or will of others; yielding
She took a submissive role in the negotiation.
Ela assumiu um papel submisso na negociação.
2. Showing obedience, humility, or willingness to give in
The dog gave a submissive posture when scolded.
O cão assumiu uma postura submissa quando foi repreendido.
3. Inclined to submit rather than to assert oneself
He had a submissive personality that others often took advantage of.
Ele tinha uma personalidade submissa que os outros frequentemente aproveitavam.