Definition

Willing to follow instructions or commands; easy to control or teach.

Example

The dog was very biddable, responding quickly to all of its owner's commands.

Conversation

I noticed your dog is really biddable when you give commands.

Yeah, she learns quickly and loves to please.

It must be nice to have such a biddable pet.

Definitely! It makes training so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Biddable → It is formed from "bid" (from Old English "biddan", meaning to ask or request) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "biddable" means capable of being asked or willing to comply with requests.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'capable of being asked' — that's what 'biddable' means, someone who is willing to follow requests.

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