humble
humble Lexical Profile
humble Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance; free from arrogance or pride.
"Despite winning the prestigious literary award, the author remained remarkably humble about her work."
Of low social, administrative, or political rank; modest or unpretentious in scale, design, or cost.
"He rose from humble beginnings in a small farming village to become a respected diplomat."
Offered with or characterized by polite deference or respect (often used courteously in expressions such as 'in my humble opinion').
"Please accept our humble apologies for the unexpected delay in processing your application."
• verb
To cause someone to feel less important, proud, or self-assured, often by inspiring awe, gratitude, or a sense of one's own limitations.
"Standing at the base of the towering mountain range humbled the experienced climbers."
To decisively defeat or overcome a strong or favored opponent in a competition or contest.
"The underdog collegiate team humbled the defending champions in the final round of the tournament."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French 'umble', from Latin 'humilis' meaning 'low, lowly, or close to the ground', derived from 'humus' ('earth, soil').