lamblike

/ˈlæmblaɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a lamb; gentle and innocent

“The lamblike nature of the protagonist in the novel touched the hearts of many readers.”

2. adverb

in a gentle and innocent manner

“She behaved in a lamblike way with the frightened child, soothing it with gentle words.”

Synonyms

  • gentle
  • innocent
  • meek

Antonyms

  • aggressive
  • ferocious