The new employee was docile and receptive to the training, asking questions and seeking clarification when needed.
The docile nature of the horses made them a perfect choice for a family with young children.
After a few years of independence, the once rebellious teenager had become surprisingly docile and willing to listen to advice.
The tourists were a docile bunch, content to follow the guide's instructions and stick to the planned itinerary.
The dictator relied on the docile population to maintain his grip on power, many of whom had been conditioned to obey without question.