1. the quality of being easily taught, trained, or managed; willingness to learn and obey

Examples

• The docility of the young students made the teacher's job much easier.
• The horse showed remarkable docility during training.
• Her docility and willingness to accept feedback helped her improve quickly.
• The child's docility meant he followed instructions without complaint.
• Docility is often valued in service animals and working dogs.
• Despite his initial resistance, he eventually displayed docility toward the new rules.