well-trained

ADJECTIVE

obedient

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attentive compliant deferential devoted docile dutiful faithful law-abiding loyal respectful subservient

WEAK

acquiescent amenable at one's beck and call biddable complaisant controllable docious duteous governable honoring in one's clutches in one's pocket in one's power obeisant obliging observant on a string pliant regardful resigned reverential sheeplike tame tractable under control venerating willing wrapped around finger yielding

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disloyal disobedient inconsiderate inconstant neglectful unfaithful

WEAK

contrary insolent misbehaving mutinous obstinate rebellious

Example Sentences

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That can only be achieved by investing in developing a well-trained workforce, including managers.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

They hold moisture, yes — but they also carry spice into the interior like a well-trained courier.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

That means strong leadership, well-trained staff, clear communication, and the freedom to share expertise between schools, she says.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Regulators need to enforce rules requiring truckers to be well-trained and qualified, said ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 1, 2025

He rambled on with this fraudulent recollection while Henry, pale and ill, endured his prods and backslaps as a well-trained dog will tolerate the pummeling of a rough child.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

well-trained

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