humility

[ hyoo-mil-i-teeor, often, yoo- ]

noun

1. the quality or condition of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance, rank, etc.

   Synonyms: submissiveness, meekness, lowliness

   Antonyms: pride

humility

/ hjuːˈmɪlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state or quality of being humble

Word History and Origins

Origin of humility¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English humilite, from Latin humilitās; humble, -ty ²

Example Sentences

The paragon of false humility, Bellini reminds everyone he really doesn’t want to be named pope . . . even as he passionately campaigns for the job.

From Salon

But his humility doesn’t take away from the realization that he, indeed, is having a moment.

From Los Angeles Times

And I mean this with the utmost humility because I know how tiny this is.

From Salon

Unlike Trump, actual men don’t degrade women and possess both humility and the capacity for normal human emotions, such as empathy and sorrow.

From Salon

Of course, I wasn’t expecting to find any of the normal stuff typically absent in discussions about Trump and his minions – empathy, humility, kindness.

From Salon

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