Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pau-mandado
Noun
pah-ooh-man-DAH-doo
Definition
A term used to describe someone who is easily controlled or manipulated by others, often acting submissively.
Examples
- Ele é um pau-mandado e nunca expressa suas próprias opiniões.
- Os colegas de trabalho o veem como um pau-mandado, sempre fazendo o que os outros dizem.
Meaning
The term “pau-mandado” literally translates to ‘a stick that is commanded’, referring to a person who lacks autonomy or willpower, often following others’ orders without question.
Synonyms
- Submisso
- Capacho
- Marionete