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What does it subservient mean?

"Subservient" means being or showing a willingness to obey others completely and to put their needs before your own. It implies a position of inferiority or dependence.

Here are some synonyms for "subservient":

* Obsequious

* Servile

* Submissive

* Deferential

* Compliant

Here are some examples of how "subservient" is used:

* "The new employee was too subservient to her boss."

* "He felt that his role was subservient to her needs."

* "A subservient attitude is not necessary to be successful."

It's important to note that "subservient" can have a negative connotation, implying a lack of self-respect or an unhealthy power dynamic.

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