Meek
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[编辑] 解释
[编辑] GRE 红宝书
- adj. 温顺的, 谦和的
- ［英］ adj. 温顺的, 顺服的 ( gentle and uncomplaining)
- ［类］ 反义词: vaunting ( 骄傲的) ; unyielding ( 不屈的)
- ［例］ She's as meek as a lamb ( 她象羔羊一般温顺)
[编辑] Webster Collegiate
kadjective
- Etymology: Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse mjūkr gentle; akin to Welsh esmwyth soft
- Date: 13th century
- 1. enduring injury with patience and without resentment ; mild
- 2. deficient in spirit and courage ; submissive
- 3. not violent or strong ; moderate
- ? meekly adverb
- ? meekness noun
