Meek
Meek adjective - Not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness.
Stark
Stark adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.
Usage example: stark and forbidding mountains that the settlers knew that they would have to cross
Nearby Word: starkly
Both words in one sentence
- The little bit revealed shows that he was thinking some very naughty thoughts about her, in stark contrast to his meek and unassuming behavior while they were together, which deeply hurts her.
Source: Secret Diary
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