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- [huhm-buh l, uhm-]
- /ˈhʌm bəl, ˈʌm-/
- /ˈhʌmblnəs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [huhm-buh l, uhm-]
- /ˈhʌm bəl, ˈʌm-/
Definitions of humbleness word
- adjective humbleness not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful. 1
- adjective humbleness having a feeling of insignificance, inferiority, subservience, etc.: In the presence of so many world-famous writers I felt very humble. 1
- adjective humbleness low in rank, importance, status, quality, etc.; lowly: of humble origin; a humble home. 1
- adjective humbleness courteously respectful: In my humble opinion you are wrong. 1
- adjective humbleness low in height, level, etc.; small in size: a humble member of the galaxy. 1
- verb with object humbleness to lower in condition, importance, or dignity; abase. 1
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Origin of humbleness
First appearance:
before 1200 One of the 9% oldest English words
1200-50; Middle English (h)umble < Old French < Latin humilis lowly, insignificant, on the ground. See humus, -ile
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Parts of speech for Humbleness
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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humbleness popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 97% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for humbleness
noun humbleness
- diffidence — the quality or state of being diffident.
- demureness — characterized by shyness and modesty; reserved.
- chastity — the state of being chaste; purity
- reticence — the state of being reticent, or reserved, especially with regard to speaking freely; restraint: His natural reticence seemed to disappear under the influence of alcohol.
- quietness — making no noise or sound, especially no disturbing sound: quiet neighbors.
Antonyms for humbleness
noun humbleness
- boldness — not hesitating or fearful in the face of actual or possible danger or rebuff; courageous and daring: a bold hero.
- impurity — the quality or state of being impure.
- impropriety — the quality or condition of being improper; incorrectness.
- confidence — If you have confidence in someone, you feel that you can trust them.
- pride — Thomas, died 1658, English soldier and regicide.
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