Meekly and Pompously

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Meekly adverb - In a manner showing no signs of pride or self-assertion.

Usage example: the dominant personality, he is always taking advantage of his so-called best friend, who just meekly accepts it

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Pompously is an antonym for meekly.

Nearby Words: meek, meekness

Pompously adverb - In a pompous manner.

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Meekly is an antonym for pompously.

Nearby Words: pompous, pomposity, pomp

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