humble 2

adjectivedomain: all adj

Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]

English

Definition

marked by meekness or modesty; not arrogant or prideful

Examples

1.a humble apology
2.essentially humble...and self-effacing, he achieved the highest formal honors and distinctions- B.K.Malinowski

Antonym

adjective

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

Derivationally related form

noun

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride

noun

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride

Also see

adjective

marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself

Attribute

noun

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride

Similar_to

adjective

subdued or brought low in condition or status

adjective

humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

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