meekness

Definitions

The quality of being quiet, gentle, and submissive.

A disposition to be patient and long-suffering under provocation.

Examples

Her quiet meekness was often mistaken for a lack of confidence, though she was actually quite resolute.

He approached the difficult situation with a sense of meekness that surprised everyone who knew his typically aggressive nature.

Synonyms

humility gentleness submissiveness modesty docility mildness timidity

Antonyms

arrogance boldness assertiveness pride aggression defiance haughtiness