humble
Translation
humble, modest, lowly
Examples
He is a very humble man.
He is a very humble man.
They live in a humble cottage.
They live in a humble cottage.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) humble to be modest or of low rank He is a very humble man.
Similar Words
Synonyms: modest, unassuming; Antonyms: proud, arrogant
Etymology
From Latin 'humilis' (lowly), from 'humus' (ground).
Memory Tips
Think of 'humus' (soil). A humble person is 'down-to-earth'.