Biddable
adjective
Easily influenced or directed; adaptable to commands or wishes.
The new puppy was quite biddable, quickly learning to sit and stay on command.

Often appears as...
- biddable person
- biddable child
adjective
Ready to accept and follow along with instructions.
The project team was very biddable, enabling the manager to move quickly without opposition.

Often appears as...
- biddable team
- biddable employee
Usage tips
Formal
Professional
adjective
Easily influenced or directed; adaptable to commands or wishes.
The new puppy was quite biddable, quickly learning to sit and stay on command.

Often appears as...
- biddable person
- biddable child
adjective
Ready to accept and follow along with instructions.
The project team was very biddable, enabling the manager to move quickly without opposition.

Often appears as...
- biddable team
- biddable employee
Usage tips
Formal
Professional
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Character Influence
Biddable often describes characters who are open to suggestions and lack stubbornness.

In the novel, the biddable protagonist always followed the advice of her peers.
Not Weak-Willed
Being biddable does not mean someone is weak-willed, just that they choose to cooperate.

Despite his strong opinions, he was biddable when it came to family decisions.
Positive Connotation
Biddable often has a positive connotation, suggesting someone is agreeable and helpful.

Her biddable nature made her an excellent team player.
Character Influence
Biddable often describes characters who are open to suggestions and lack stubbornness.

In the novel, the biddable protagonist always followed the advice of her peers.
Not Weak-Willed
Being biddable does not mean someone is weak-willed, just that they choose to cooperate.

Despite his strong opinions, he was biddable when it came to family decisions.
Positive Connotation
Biddable often has a positive connotation, suggesting someone is agreeable and helpful.

Her biddable nature made her an excellent team player.
Character Influence
Biddable often describes characters who are open to suggestions and lack stubbornness.

In the novel, the biddable protagonist always followed the advice of her peers.
Not Weak-Willed
Being biddable does not mean someone is weak-willed, just that they choose to cooperate.

Despite his strong opinions, he was biddable when it came to family decisions.
Positive Connotation
Biddable often has a positive connotation, suggesting someone is agreeable and helpful.

Her biddable nature made her an excellent team player.
Quote examples
Alexander Armstrong
English Actor
Alpacas are much more biddable creatures. Llamas are horrible. As a species, it's probably for the best that they're wary of us. But on a personal level, I find it very hard to come to terms with.

Quote examples
Alexander Armstrong
English Actor
Alpacas are much more biddable creatures. Llamas are horrible. As a species, it's probably for the best that they're wary of us. But on a personal level, I find it very hard to come to terms with.

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