submissiveness
|sub/mis/sive/ness|
B2
/səbˈmɪsɪvnəs/
(submissive)
yielding to authority
Etymology
Etymology Information
'submissiveness' originates from the Latin word 'submissus,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'mittere' meant 'to send.'
Historical Evolution
'submissus' transformed into the Old French word 'submissif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'submissive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to send under,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'yielding to authority.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being submissive; willingness to yield or surrender to the will or authority of another.
Her submissiveness was evident in her willingness to follow orders without question.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39