docile -
Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive
The lion tamer was so talented that any lion near him acted completely docile.
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downtrodden -
Oppressed or treated badly by people in power
The downtrodden homeless man tried to survive on the harsh streets of the city.
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addict -
A person who is physically or mentally dependent on a substance, especially drugs or alcohol.
The addict struggled for years to overcome his dependence on heroin.
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victim -
A person who is negatively affected by a situation or condition
She was a victim of a phone scam that cost her thousands of dollars.
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feeble -
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Warren wanted to lift weights to be healthy, but he was too feeble at his age.
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wimpy -
Fearful and lacking courage
Sam took boxing lessons, hoping that it would strengthen him physically and emotionally, so he could improve his generally wimpy attitude towards challenging situations.
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desperate -
Feeling or showing a hopeless sense that a situation is so bad it’s impossible to deal with.
He made a desperate plea for help, calling every possible number he could find, after the flood severly damaged his home.
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beggar -
A person, typically a homeless one, who lives by asking for money or food
The streets in most cities have homeless beggars trying to survive day to day.
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fugitive -
A person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.
After escaping from prison, he had to live life as a fugitive, always being afraid that he would be caught and arrested.
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grovel -
To lie or move abjectly on the ground with one's face downward
When he was told he was being fired, Todd groveled on the ground and pleaded with his boss.
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pushover -
Someone who lacks the ability or inclination to resist, stand firm, or assert themselves.
He thought she would be a pushover in negotiations, but she surprised him with her firm stance and clear boundaries.
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pauper -
A very poor person
Xavier looked forward to the day he would win the lottery and no longer be a pauper.
