Subserviently refers to an act of subordinating oneself to someone else or something else in order to serve them. A person who is subservient is typically very humble and often does whatever the person they are serving asks without question. This can be a beneficial trait in some situations, as it allows people to get their work done without any hassle and without feeling suffocating. In other situations, however, being subservient can be very unfulfilling and result in someone feeling stuck in a routine. Some people find it difficult to assert themselves and are Hesitant to speak up, preferring to instead defer to those they are serving.