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obedient

/əʊˈbiːdɪənt/adjective

Doing what you are told by people in charge, without arguing.

Example sentences

  • “The obedient puppy sat the moment its owner gave the command.”
  • “The obedient students lined up quietly outside the classroom.”

Standard praise for dogs but a loaded word for people; 'compliant' is the more neutral choice.

Synonyms for obedient

Antonyms

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