100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "meekly"

Definition

The adverb meekly refers to acting in a submissive, humble, or gentle manner, often implying a lack of self-assertiveness. It can describe behavior that is quiet, unassuming, or compliant, typically in the face of authority or adversity.

Synonyms

• Humbly
• Submissively
• Softly
• Passively
• Docilely
• Timidly
• Quietly
• Obediently

Antonyms

• Boldly
• Aggressively
• Confidently
• Assertively
• Proudly
• Forcefully
• Defiantly

Examples

1. She meekly accepted the criticism without arguing.
2. The dog followed his owner meekly, tail tucked between his legs.
3. He meekly voiced his opinion during the meeting.
4. The child meekly apologized for his mistake.
5. She meekly nodded in agreement, not wanting to cause a scene.
6. The student meekly raised his hand to ask a question.
7. He stood meekly in front of the principal, awaiting punishment.
8. She meekly followed the instructions given by her supervisor.
9. The servant meekly bowed before the king.
10. He accepted his fate meekly, knowing he had no choice.
11. She meekly took the back seat, letting others take the lead.
12. The villagers meekly complied with the new regulations.
13. He spoke meekly, afraid to offend anyone in the room.
14. The cat approached meekly, hoping for some affection.
15. She meekly expressed her concerns about the project.
16. The puppy meekly cowered in the corner during the storm.
17. He meekly conceded to her demands after a long discussion.
18. The student meekly accepted the teacher's decision.
19. She answered the questions meekly, unsure of her answers.
20. He meekly followed the rules set by his parents.
21. The crowd meekly listened to the speaker's message.
22. The employee meekly took on extra work without complaint.
23. She meekly stepped aside, allowing others to pass.
24. The old man meekly shared his wisdom with the younger generation.
25. He meekly accepted the compliment, not wanting to seem boastful.
26. She meekly handed over her homework, nervous about its quality.
27. The kitten approached meekly, seeking warmth from its mother.
28. He meekly admitted his fault in the argument.
29. The child meekly listened to the teacher's instructions.
30. She meekly offered her help, not wanting to intrude.
31. He meekly acknowledged his mistakes during the meeting.
32. The audience meekly applauded the performance.
33. She meekly accepted the criticism from her peers.
34. The soldier meekly followed orders without question.
35. He meekly conceded that he was wrong after hearing the evidence.
36. The employee meekly submitted to the new policies.
37. She meekly smiled at the compliment, feeling shy.
38. He meekly accepted the challenge, unsure of his abilities.
39. The dog meekly approached its owner after being scolded.
40. She meekly expressed her dissenting opinion in the group.
41. The child meekly accepted the punishment from his parents.
42. He meekly walked away from the argument, choosing peace.
43. The crowd meekly dispersed after the event ended.
44. She meekly asked for clarification on the assignment.
45. He meekly listened to the advice given by his mentor.
46. The artist meekly accepted feedback on her work.
47. She meekly left the room after her presentation.
48. The student meekly admitted to not studying for the exam.
49. He meekly took the blame for the group's mistakes.
50. The puppy meekly approached its new surroundings.
51. She meekly asked for help with her project.
52. The employee meekly requested a day off after a long week.
53. He meekly accepted the reality of the situation.
54. The child meekly apologized for interrupting.
55. She meekly agreed to the terms of the contract.
56. He meekly listened to the rules before starting the game.
57. The cat meekly rubbed against its owner’s leg for attention.
58. She meekly followed the directions given to her.
59. He meekly accepted the outcome of the election.
60. The student meekly reported his mistake to the teacher.
61. She meekly offered her opinion, hoping to contribute.
62. The group meekly followed the leader’s instructions.
63. He meekly walked into the meeting, feeling out of place.
64. The employee meekly acknowledged his tardiness.
65. She meekly stood by as her colleagues took the spotlight.
66. He meekly answered the questions during the interview.
67. The child meekly promised to do better next time.
68. She meekly accepted her friend’s advice.
69. He meekly stepped back, allowing others to take charge.
70. The dog meekly approached the stranger, tail wagging slowly.
71. She meekly admitted her fears to the group.
72. He meekly waited for his turn to speak.
73. The cat meekly climbed onto the lap of its owner.
74. She meekly asked for a second chance.
75. He meekly followed the path laid out for him.
76. The crowd meekly cheered, not wanting to disrupt the event.
77. She meekly accepted the invitation to join the team.
78. The child meekly obeyed the adult’s instructions.
79. He meekly held the door open for others.
80. The dog meekly sat when commanded.
81. She meekly accepted the gift, feeling undeserving.
82. He meekly expressed his gratitude after receiving help.
83. The student meekly asked to re-take the test.
84. She meekly joined the conversation, feeling shy.
85. He meekly took the backseat during the discussion.
86. The group meekly acknowledged their errors.
87. She meekly made her way through the crowd.
88. He meekly offered to assist with the project.
89. The child meekly accepted his loss in the game.
90. She meekly waited for her turn to share her ideas.
91. He meekly accepted the rules of the game.
92. The puppy meekly followed its owner around the house.
93. She meekly raised her hand to answer a question.
94. He meekly sought forgiveness from his friend.
95. The crowd meekly awaited the announcement.
96. She meekly tried to explain her situation to the teacher.
97. He meekly joined the line for food.
98. The dog meekly returned to its place after being called.
99. She meekly expressed her thoughts during the discussion.
100. He meekly stepped forward to introduce himself.