Humble ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Humble ( adjective )

1. Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's importance.
2. Not having or showing feelings of superiority or self-assertiveness.
3. Of low social, administrative, or political rank.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french humble, from latin humilis, from humus 'earth'.

Examples:

1. He was always a humble man who never bragged about his accomplishments.
2. The young prince was taught to be humble and to serve his people.
3. She was raised in a humble family and always remained humble despite her success.
4. The humble farmer worked hard all his life to provide for his family.
5. The humble cottage was the only home she had ever known.

(As a verb)

Humble ( verb )

1. Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's importance.
2. Not having or showing feelings of superiority or self-assertiveness.
3. Of low social, administrative, or political rank.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french humble, from latin humilis, from humus 'earth'.

Examples:

1. He was always a humble man who never bragged about his accomplishments.
2. The young prince was taught to be humble and to serve his people.
3. She was raised in a humble family and always remained humble despite her success.
4. The humble farmer worked hard all his life to provide for his family.
5. The humble cottage was the only home she had ever known.