Subservient
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Subservient [suhb-sur-vee-uhnt]

ADJECTIVE

ADJECTIVE

  • Less important; subordinate.

  • Useful in promoting a purpose or end.

Example

“Usha has always wanted my career to be subservient to hers.” 

“I am subservient to my parents.” 

Synonyms

Subordinate, Deferential, Inferior, Secondary, Subsidiary, Peripheral, Marginal, Ancillary

Antonyms

Superior, Disobedient, Senior, Domineering, Above, Finer, Better, Lofty, Surpassing