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lowliest

 

[ ˈloʊliɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

social status

The term 'lowliest' refers to the lowest or humblest in status, rank, or condition. It is often used to describe someone or something that is considered the least important or of the lowest quality. The lowliest can be in various contexts including social hierarchies, where individuals may be viewed as having the least power or influence. This word conveys a strong sense of humility and lack of pretension.

Synonyms

humblest, least important, most inferior, poorest

Examples of usage

  • He is the lowliest of servants.
  • Among the lowliest in society, kindness prevailed.
  • She treated the lowliest person with respect.
  • They lived in the lowliest conditions imaginable.

Translations

Translations of the word "lowliest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais baixo

🇮🇳 सबसे नीच

🇩🇪 niedrigste

🇮🇩 terendah

🇺🇦 найнижчий

🇵🇱 najniższy

🇯🇵 最低の

🇫🇷 le plus bas

🇪🇸 el más bajo

🇹🇷 en alt seviyede

🇰🇷 가장 낮은

🇸🇦 الأدنى

🇨🇿 nejnižší

🇸🇰 najnižší

🇨🇳 最低的

🇸🇮 najnižji

🇮🇸 lægsta

🇰🇿 ең төмен

🇬🇪 დაბალი

🇦🇿 ən aşağı

🇲🇽 el más bajo

Etymology

The word 'lowliest' is derived from the Old English word 'lōw', which meant 'low' or 'below', and has roots in the Proto-Germanic word '*liudan', meaning 'to lie low'. Over time, the word evolved to take on various forms in Middle English before settling into its current form in Modern English as an adjective signifying the lowest in rank or status. It is often used in literature and religious texts to highlight themes of humility, service, and the moral worth of all individuals, regardless of their social standing. Through centuries, 'lowliest' has been associated with the Christian doctrine of valuing the meek and humble, further embedding the term in social contexts regarding class and dignity.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,468 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.