docility

Synonyms for docility: submissiveness, obedience, tractability, compliance, amenability, meekness.

Definitions

The quality of being easily taught, led, or controlled.

A readiness to comply or submit to the authority of others.

The trainer was impressed by the docility of the young horse during its first session.

Her sudden docility in the face of such harsh criticism surprised everyone in the room.

The breed is well-known for its docility, making it an excellent choice for families with small children.