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docile

🇬🇧 UK/'dәusail/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

adj.

Easily taught, led, or controlled; obedient and submissive

温顺的;听话的;易管教的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
docteacher, learned person
+
ilecapable of, relating to
=docile

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The docile horse obeyed every command from its experienced trainer without resistance.

  • 2.

    Teachers prefer docile students who listen carefully and cooperate during classroom activities.

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