servile (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈsɜːr.vəl/

Definition

Having or showing a tendency to be excessively eager to please or obey, like a servant.

Examples

• He had a servile attitude towards his boss, always doing whatever he was asked without question.

• Her servile nature made her unpopular with her colleagues, who saw her as a doormat.

• The politician's servile flattery of the dictator was sickening to witness.

How to Use servile

servile to (prepositional phrase)

Showing excessive eagerness to please or obey someone. — "He was too servile to his wealthy uncle."

Synonyms of servile

Words with a similar meaning to servile:

• submissive
• obsequious
• deferential
• sycophantic

Antonyms of servile

Words with the opposite meaning to servile:

• assertive
• independent
• domineering

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