adj.
Pronunciation: ' m ē k
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse mj ū kr gentle; akin to W es mwyth soft
Date: 13th century
1 : enduring injury with patience and without resentment : MILD
2 : deficient in spirit and courage : SUBMISSIVE
3 : not violent or strong : MODERATE
– meek · ly adverb
– meek · ness noun