humility

[hyoo-mil-i-tee, 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

“Courts must approach the task of crafting remedies with a healthy dose of humility,” Mehta said.

From Salon

"A lot of teams would make excuses but we are not one," Brook said, both conforming to and contradicting coach Brendon McCullum's call for humility.

From BBC

"It's unique. The personality and humility they bring is something that many of us men could learn from, in the professional game in particular."

From BBC

"I believe in humility and earning people's trust," he said.

From BBC

It's now turned into a feeling of pride, and a sense of gratitude and humility.

From BBC

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