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Definitions

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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She describes Fillmore as an extremely smart pup, well-trained and a hunter by nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 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

Even well-trained officers may not be trained for the environments where they now operate.

From Salon • Jan. 14, 2026

Ford’s CEO recently lamented his company’s inability to fill 5,000 open positions for well-trained mechanics, despite annual salaries of up to $120,000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025

Like a well-trained thoroughbred, I steadily pulled away from the pack.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane