slavish
/ˈsleɪvɪʃ/
adjective
- Following rules, instructions, or traditions too closely without any original thought or creativity.
- A slavish copy of the recipe still didn't taste as good as the original.
- The artist rejected slavish imitation of old masters and developed her own style.
- Her slavish devotion to the manual meant she never tried a faster way to do the task.
- Showing a willingness to obey or serve others without question, like a servant or slave.
- The dictator demanded slavish loyalty from everyone in his government.
- She refused to adopt a slavish posture and insisted on being treated with respect.
- His slavish attitude toward his boss made his coworkers uncomfortable.
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