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docile

adjective
/ˈdɑːsəl/ or /ˈdəʊsaɪl/

Meaning

easily managed, taught, or controlled; submissive

Example Sentences

The docile puppy quickly learned new tricks.

Synonyms

obedient, compliant, submissive, tame, gentle

Antonyms

stubborn, defiant, rebellious

Collocations

docile child, docile behavior, docile nature

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