adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

timid, yielding, deferential

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Example Sentences

Example:He was a timid person, and avoided confrontation at all costs.

Definition:Lacking in courage; somewhat fearful.

From timid

Example:Her yielding approach had allowed the opposing parties to take advantage of the situation.

Definition:Ready to give in easily; not resisting.

From yielding

Example:As the most senior officer, he carried himself in a deferential manner.

Definition:Respectfully submissive or yielding; very polite.

From deferential