Humility: meaning, definitions and examples

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humility

[ hjuːˈmɪlɪti ]

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in personal qualities

The quality of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance or rank.

Synonyms

humbleness, lowliness, meekness, modesty

Examples of usage

She accepted the award with humility and grace.
His humility was evident in the way he treated others with respect and kindness.

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in religious context

A modest or low view of one's own importance in religious matters.

Synonyms

devotion, piety, reverence

Examples of usage

She practiced humility by serving others without seeking recognition or reward.
Humility is considered a virtue in many spiritual traditions.

Translations

Translations of the word "humility" in other languages:

🇵🇹 humildade

🇮🇳 विनम्रता

🇩🇪 Demut

🇮🇩 kerendahan hati

🇺🇦 скромність

🇵🇱 pokora

🇯🇵 謙虚 (けんきょ)

🇫🇷 humilité

🇪🇸 humildad

🇹🇷 alçakgönüllülük

🇰🇷 겸손 (gyeomson)

🇸🇦 تواضع (tawadu')

🇨🇿 pokora

🇸🇰 pokora

🇨🇳 谦虚 (qiānxū)

🇸🇮 ponižnost

🇮🇸 auðmýkt

🇰🇿 кішіптілік

🇬🇪 მორიდებულობა

🇦🇿 təvazökarlıq

🇲🇽 humildad

Word origin

The word 'humility' originated from the Latin word 'humilitas', which is derived from 'humilis' meaning 'low' or 'humble'. The concept of humility has been valued in various cultures and religions throughout history as a virtue that promotes modesty, selflessness, and respect for others.