Pronunciation: /oʊˈbeɪzənt/
noun a person who is obedient or respectful
A1 The obedient student always followed the teacher's instructions.
A2 She was known for her obeisance to the traditions of her culture.
B1 The company's obeisants to the CEO were evident in their strict adherence to his directives.
B2 His obeisant behavior towards his boss helped him advance in his career.
C1 The diplomat's obeisants to the foreign dignitary were seen as a sign of respect and diplomacy.
C2 The king expected obeisants from all his subjects as a show of loyalty and allegiance.
adjective showing obedience or respect
A1 The dog was obeisant to its owner, wagging its tail happily.
A2 She greeted the elderly woman in an obeisant manner, showing respect for her age.
B1 The students were obeisant to their teacher, following instructions diligently.
B2 The royal family expected all visitors to be obeisant in their presence.
C1 The diplomat was known for his obeisant behavior towards foreign dignitaries.
C2 The servant was always obeisant to his master, anticipating his every need.
formal The servant was always obeisant to his master, following his every command without question.
informal She was obeisant to her parents' wishes, always doing what they asked without hesitation.
slang The group of friends were so close that they were almost obeisant to each other's opinions.
figurative The artist's brushstrokes seemed obeisant to the emotions he was trying to convey in his painting.
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