submissive

submissive children can be cowed by a look of disapproval. Tobully is to intimidate through blustering, domineering, or threatening behavior:

She is naturally submissive in her relationships.

He has a submissive attitude towards authority figures.

The submissive dog cowered in fear.

She spoke in a soft, submissive voice.

The submissive employee always follows orders without question.

He showed his submissive side in the presence of his boss.

The submissive child never speaks up for himself.

She felt uncomfortable being too submissive in the relationship.

The submissive nature of the character made her vulnerable.

He tried to appear submissive to avoid conflict.