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Definitions

humility

[hyoo-mil-i-tee, yoo-] / hyuˈmɪl ɪ ti, yu- /
NOUN
humbleness, modesty
Synonyms
STRONGEST
shyness
STRONG
abasement bashfulness demureness diffidence docility lowliness meekness mortification nonresistance obedience obsequiousness passiveness reserve resignation self-abasement self-abnegation servility sheepishness subjection submissiveness subservience timidity timorousness unobtrusiveness unpretentiousness
WEAK
fawning lack of pride
Antonyms
STRONG
boldness confidence
WEAK
arrogance assertiveness egoism pretentiousness pride self-importance

Example Sentences

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The heptagonal shape and the animals on it refer to a set of indigenous teachings that guide how people should treat one another - with love, respect, courage and humility.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

It makes travel easier, helps you learn still more languages, and gives you lessons in humility when, no matter how fluent you are, you realize your French will always bear an Anglo accent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“This is a disease that demands humility and patience, but for which I firmly believe there is great hope.”

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

He has retained the stereotypical Midwestern qualities of humility and consistency, fitting in well with veteran Phillies stars Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Maybe this was all the hand of Providence, to visit humility upon me for that pride.

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri