humbles

Pronunciation: US [ˈhʌmb(ə)l] UK ['hʌmb(ə)l]

adj.Submissive; humility; poor; inconsiderable
v.Under pressure (one down, etc); down; the humble
WebHumble; humility; low status

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Antonyms

demure down-to-earth lowly meek modest unassuming unpretentious

Definitions in English

adj.	1. not proud and not thinking that you are better than other people; used about people’ s behavior 2. from a low social class; with a low status 3. simple and with only basic equipment or features 4. very common or old- fashioned but still useful or important
v.	1. to completely defeat someone who seemed better or stronger than you

Other Forms

superl.humblest

Example Sentences

He was humble and meek, filled with self-disparagement and abasement.
Source: J. London
You're a great man. I offer you my humble congratulations.
Source: J. Buchan
He muttered something and looked suitably humble, grateful and so on.
Source: K. Amis

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