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meekness

Translations

meeknessnoun
meeknesses
pl
humilitéSens moral ou religieux : attitude humble et deferente.
The monk's meekness allowed him to serve without seeking recognition.
L’humilité du moine lui permettait de servir sans rechercher de reconnaissance.
douceurQualité de quelqu’un de calme, tendre et peu enclin à la confrontation.
Her meekness was often mistaken for weakness, but it was actually a sign of her inner strength.
Sa douceur était souvent prise pour de la faiblesse, mais c’était en réalité un signe de sa force intérieure.
Additional translations
docilitéNuance de soumission patiente, souvent dans un registre soutenu ou moral.
Synonyms
docility
tameness
passivity
modesty
gentleness
submissiveness
humility
Antonyms
aggressiveness
assertiveness
boldness

Definitions

meeknessnoun
The quality of being quiet, gentle, and unwilling to argue or express strong opinions.
Her meekness was often mistaken for weakness, but it was actually a sign of her inner strength.
A disposition to be patient and long-suffering.
His meekness in the face of adversity was admired by all who knew him.
Humility; a humble attitude that shows deference to others.
The monk's meekness allowed him to serve without seeking recognition.
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