humble
Translation
humble, modest, lowly
Examples
He is a very humble person.
He is a very humble person.
They lived in a humble cottage.
They lived in a humble cottage.
Grammar Patterns
((humble)) + noun He is a humble man.
to be + ((humble)) She is always humble about her success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: modest, unassuming, meek; Antonyms: proud, arrogant, pretentious
Etymology
From Latin 'humilis' (low, lowly), which comes from 'humus' (earth).
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'humble' is 'down-to-earth'. Connect it to its root 'humus' (earth).