首页英语词典meekmeek英英释意

meek

英[miːk] 美[mik]
  • adj. 温顺的;谦恭的;驯服的
  • n. (Meek)人名;(英)米克

英英释意


1. humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness;
"meek and self-effacing"
2. very docile;
"tame obedience"
"meek as a mouse"- Langston Hughes
3. evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant;
"compliant and anxious to suit his opinions of those of others"
"a fine fiery blast against meek conformity"- Orville Prescott
"she looked meek but had the heart of a lion"
"was submissive and subservient"