Submissive

B2 16+

Synonyms of submissive

Antonyms of submissive

Collocations of submissive

submissive behavior
Frequency: 70 %

Her submissive behavior in the presence of authority figures was noticeable.

submissive role
Frequency: 60 %

She often takes on a submissive role in group projects.

submissive attitude
Frequency: 55 %

His submissive attitude towards his boss often leads to him being taken advantage of.

submissive personality
Frequency: 50 %

His submissive personality makes him easily manipulated by others.

submissive partner
Frequency: 45 %

She prefers a submissive partner in her romantic relationships.

Idiomatic Expressions for submissive

  • Phrase: submissive personality
    Meaning: describes someone who is docile, meek, or easily influenced by others
    Usage: His submissive personality makes it difficult for him to stand up for himself in confrontational situations.