What does sheeplike mean?
Sheeplike means Resembling a sheep: docile or uncomplaining, or willing to follow a leader blindly..
Sheeplike
/ˈʃip.laɪk/ · adjective
Meaning
Resembling a sheep: docile or uncomplaining, or willing to follow a leader blindly..
Example Sentences
I was horrified by their sheeplike acquiescence.
Occasionally I succumb to the vibrations in the atmosphere and follow, sheeplike, the movements of the crowd.
Synonyms for sheeplike
Antonyms for sheeplike
Related Words
Word Forms
- more sheeplike
- most sheeplike
- sheep-like
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sheeplike?
Common synonyms include ovine, docile, sheepish.
What is the opposite of sheeplike?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sheeplike in a sentence?
I was horrified by their sheeplike acquiescence.
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