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subservience

noun

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Meaning

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the condition of being obedient or submissively serving others; lack of independence

Example Sentence

His subservience to the manager made it hard for the team to voice new ideas.

Usage Note

Use 'subservience' when describing a person's or group's overly obedient behavior that limits their independence, such as in discussions about power dynamics or workplace culture.