subservience

IPA: sʌbsˈɝviʌns

Examples of "subservience" in Sentences

The king demanded absolute subservience from his subjects, expecting them to obey his every command without question
In some cultures, women are still expected to show subservience to men, despite advancements in gender equality
The company's strict hierarchy promoted a culture of subservience, where lower-level employees were expected to defer to their superiors at all times
The dictator ruled with an iron fist, demanding subservience from his citizens and punishing any sign of disobedience
The teacher's strict classroom rules reinforced a sense of subservience among the students, who knew they had to follow her orders without hesitation