adjective
- showing respectful submission or deference; obedient
Usage: formal
Examples
- The servant gave an obeisant bow to his master.
- She remained obeisant to her parents’ wishes throughout her youth.
- The diplomat’s obeisant manner helped smooth over the tense negotiations.
- His obeisant attitude toward authority figures was both admired and criticized.
- The students were expected to be obeisant during the formal ceremony.
- Her obeisant response to criticism showed her willingness to learn.