Subservience Definition & Meaning

subservience
noun
  1. the condition of being something that is useful in reaching an end or carrying out a plan; "all his actions were in subservience to the general plan"
  2. in a subservient state
  3. abject or cringing submissiveness

"Subservience" in song lyrics

See how subservience is used in real songs:

  • "clown stand steady grillin' wanting subservience"
    Aesop Rock f/ Breeze Brewin, Cage — Getaway Car

Usage tips for "subservience"

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