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slavelike

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective slavelike has 1 sense
  1. slavelike - suitable for a slave or servant
    Antonyms:
    unservile, unsubmissive (indirect, via servile)

Definitions from the Web

Term: slavelike

Definition:

Adjective

1. Resembling or characteristic of a slave in the sense of being oppressed, exploited, or made to work excessively.

2. Relating to or resembling the condition of a slave in terms of being lacking in personal freedom or autonomy.

Usage:

1. In popular usage:

"The workers in that sweatshop have to endure slavelike conditions."

"The slavelike treatment of prisoners in that detention center is a clear violation of human rights."

2. In local usage:

"The slavelike practices of bonded labor are still prevalent in certain regions."

"Many domestic workers in this area face slavelike conditions with long working hours and low wages."

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