meekly

• Наречие, означающее «тихо, мягко и покорно». Описывает действие, выполняемое без сопротивления, жалоб или напористости, часто подразумевая смирение или робость.

An adverb meaning "in a quiet, gentle, and submissive manner." It describes an action performed without resistance, complaint, or assertiveness, often implying humility or timidity.

1. In a humble or submissive mannerB2formal

   Acting in a way that shows patience, gentleness, and a lack of resistance or assertiveness.

   Покорно

   • He meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
   • She meekly followed the instructions given by her supervisor.
   • The child meekly apologized for breaking the vase.

   Синонимыgentlyhumblymildlypassivelysubmissivelytimidlyunassertivelyyieldingly

   Антонимыaggressivelyarrogantlyassertivelyboldlydefiantlydomineeringlyhaughtilyinsolently

2. Without complaint or resistanceB2formal

   Doing something quietly and without protest, often due to fear or timidity.

   Покорно

   • They meekly obeyed the orders of the dictator.
   • He meekly handed over his wallet to the robber.
   • She meekly sat in the corner, not daring to speak.

   Синонимыhumblyobedientlypassivelyservilelysubmissivelytamelytimidlyuncomplainingly

   Антонимыaggressivelyarrogantlyassertivelyboldlydefiantlyforcefullyinsolentlyrebelliously