meek

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

- meek and self-effacing

Similar word(s): humble, mild

2. very docile

- meek as a mouse

Similar word(s): docile, tame

3. evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant

- a fine fiery blast against meek conformity

- she looked meek but had the heart of a lion

Similar word(s): submissive, spiritless

verb

1. (US) (of horses) To tame; to break.