servitude (**서**비튜드) — the state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɜːrvɪtuːd/
Korean meaning: 노예 상태, 예속, 굴종
Korean pronunciation: **서**비튜드
Example Sentences
- The intern's life was basically servitude: coffee runs, photocopying, and endless overtime without pay.
- Modern technology can create a new form of digital servitude if we're not careful.
- His smartphone addiction turned into complete servitude to social media notifications.
servitude
NOUN//ˈsɜːrvɪtuːd//
the state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful
A servant shows complete servitude while scrubbing floors under the master's watchful eye
From servitude to gratitude, change your attitude!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'servitudo', derived from 'servus' meaning 'slave' or 'servant'. The word entered Middle English through Old French 'servitude'.
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📝Examples
“The intern's life was basically servitude: coffee runs, photocopying, and endless overtime without pay.”
“Modern technology can create a new form of digital servitude if we're not careful.”
“His smartphone addiction turned into complete servitude to social media notifications.”
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