verb (passed into use, lateral) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The small office is subservient to the main administrative department.

Definition:functioning or existing to serve or support something else (often something larger or more significant)

From subservient

Example:He spoke subserviently to his superior, hoping to secure a promotion.

Definition:in an submissive or submissive manner

From subserviently

Example:She acknowledged her subservience to the higher purpose imposed by tradition.

Definition:the quality of being submissive or obedient; lowliness

From subservience