Synonyms of humble

Antonyms of humble

Collocations of humble

humble beginnings
Frequency: 80 %

Despite his success, he never forgot his humble beginnings.

humble opinion
Frequency: 70 %

In my humble opinion, we should proceed with caution.

humble abode
Frequency: 60 %

She lived in a humble abode on the outskirts of town.

humble servant
Frequency: 50 %

He saw himself not as a leader, but as a humble servant of the people.

humble pie
Frequency: 40 %

After his mistake was revealed, he had to eat humble pie in front of his colleagues.

Idiomatic Expressions for humble

  • Phrase: humble brag
    Meaning: making a seemingly modest or self-deprecating statement with the actual intention of drawing attention to something impressive about oneself
    Usage: She posted a humble brag about how tired she was from working on her successful project all night.