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/sʌb.mɪsɪv.li/ · sub.mis.sive.ly
adverb
  1. In a manner that is obedient or compliant; yielding to the will or authority of another. She walked submissively behind her mother, not daring to speak out of turn.
adverb
  1. In a manner that shows a willingness to accept or comply with something. The company operated submissively to the government's regulations, without questioning their validity.
Did you know? The word 'submissively' has been used in various contexts, including literature and psychology, to describe the behavior of individuals who exhibit a high level of obedience or compliance.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026