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docile

adjective

/ˈdɑːsəl/ or /ˈdəʊsaɪl/

Meaning

easily managed, taught, or controlled; submissive

The docile puppy quickly learned new tricks.

obedient, compliant, submissive, tame, gentle

stubborn, defiant, rebellious

docile child, docile behavior, docile nature

having a strong dislike of or opposition to something

respected and admired; held in high regard

Excessively fond of drinking alcohol.

excessively interested in acquiring money or material things

Promoting good health; beneficial to health.

relating to the science of biology or to life and living organisms