subservient
/səbˈsɜːrviənt/
sub · ser · vi · ent
səb · ˈsɜːr · vi · ənt
English Definition
adj. submissive servile subordinate
Significado en Español
servil, subordinado
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phục tùng, lệ thuộc
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
sub-(under) + serv(service) + ient → submissive.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the context of behavior, the word “subservient” most nearly means:
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A
Dominant
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B
Compliant
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C
Aggressive
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D
Rebellious
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B — Compliant.
“subservient” means adj. submissive servile subordinate
Common questions about “subservient”
What does “subservient” mean?
subservient — adj. submissive servile subordinate. In Chinese: 恭顺的，低声下气的；从属的.
How do you pronounce “subservient”?
subservient is pronounced /səbˈsɜːrviənt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: sub · ser · vi · ent.
Is “subservient” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. subservient appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “subservient”?
sub-(under) + serv(service) + ient → submissive.
