Humility
The quality of having a modest view of one’s abilities and achievements; freedom from arrogance.
nounHumility
The quality of having a modest view of one’s abilities and achievements; freedom from arrogance.
nounImagine This
Imagine a scientist who wins a prestigious award but immediately deflects praise to his team, asking others to take the spotlight while he remains quietly supportive in the background.
Sounds Like
hyoo-MIL-i-tee
Looks Like
Looks like 'humble' and shares its root; visually connected to the word humble.
Remember This
Humility is a widely praised virtue across cultures; it contrasts with pride and self-importance. The word comes from Latin humilitas, meaning lowliness.
Other Forms
Connect With
modesty, meekness, self-awareness, gratitude, unpretentiousness
Note
Be careful not to confuse humility with humiliation. Humility is about modesty; humiliation is the act of being made to feel ashamed. Use 'humility' for attitude; 'humble' as the related adjective.