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Definition of lowliness

lowliness

/ˈloʊ.li.nəs/
low · li · ness
Adverb:lowlily
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Adjective:lowly
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1

The quality or disposition of being humble, modest, and free from arrogance or pride.

Example

"The monk spoke with a quiet lowliness that earned the deep respect of the villagers."

2

The state or condition of having a humble, inferior, or obscure social rank, status, or station.

Example

"Despite the lowliness of his birth, the young apprentice rose to become a master architect."

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• Rhymes for lowliness

• Nearby Words

lowlander
lowlife
lowlight
lowliness
lowly
lowness
lowrider

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as 'loulinesse' from the adjective 'lowly' (derived from Old Norse 'lágr', meaning low or humble) combined with the Old English noun-forming suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lowliness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lowliness
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