Main Entry:

meek

Pronunciation:

\ˈmēk\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse mjūkr gentle; akin to Welsh esmwyth soft

Date:

13th century

1 : enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild 2 : deficient in spirit and courage : submissive 3 : not violent or strong : moderate

— meek·ly adverb

— meek·ness noun