Submissiveness
Pronunciation: /ˈsəbmɪsɪvˈnɛs/
Submissiveness (noun)
- The habit of accepting orders or rules without arguing, even when you do not fully agree.
- A tendency to avoid conflict by giving in, often because you feel you must follow someone else.
- Behaviour that results from pressure or control, where a person acts in a way that pleases the stronger side.
Examples
- Her submissiveness made her agree too quickly.
- His submissiveness kept him from saying no.