Definition of meek

The word "meek" originated in the Middle English language around the 14th century. It comes from the Old English word "mīUsing," which means "suggestible" or "trainable." This meaning of the word is derived from the Old English word "mycle," which means "obedient" or "yielding." The use of "meek" to describe a person with a mild and gentle temperament is believed to have developed during the later Middle English period, around the 15th century. At this time, the word began to be associated with the biblical concept of meekness, which stems from the passage in the Bible, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:5). The association with biblical meekness helped to shape the modern definition of the word, which means "humbly submissive to divine or moral law" or "having or showing little or no anger, resistance, or assertiveness." Today, the word "meek" has lost much of its favor in common usage, as it is often seen as a sign of weakness, rather than a virtue. However, in the context of spirituality and religious tradition, meekness continues to hold significant meaning and value.