noun the quality or state of being humble; modest opinion or estimate of one's own importance or rank

  • Humility is a key trait for effective leadership in the workplace.
  • Showing humility can help you connect with others on a deeper level.
  • Being humble is where it's at, man.
  • Humility is like a cloak of grace that envelops those who wear it.

noun the quality of being patient and tolerant in the face of delay or provocation

  • The diplomat showed great longanimity in the face of difficult negotiations.
  • She had to practice longanimity when dealing with her stubborn coworker.
  • I can't believe his longanimity in putting up with that annoying customer.
  • Cultivating longanimity is like building a shield against frustration and impatience.

noun the quality of being generous and noble in spirit, especially in forgiving

adjective magnanimous

  • The king was known for his magnanimity towards his subjects, always forgiving and generous.
  • She showed great magnanimity by forgiving her friend for the mistake.
  • Dude, that guy has some serious magnanimity, always helping out others without expecting anything in return.
  • The artist's magnanimity towards criticism allowed her to grow and improve her craft.

noun the quality of being merciful; showing compassion or forgiveness towards others

  • The mercifulness of the judge was evident in the lenient sentence he handed down.
  • I appreciate your mercifulness in forgiving me for my mistake.
  • Her mercifulness knows no bounds, she's always willing to give people a second chance.
  • The mercifulness of nature is seen in the way it provides sustenance to all living beings.

noun a perfect diamond of 100 carats or more

  • She was considered a paragon of virtue in the community.
  • He's a real paragon when it comes to fixing cars.
  • That new singer is a paragon of cool.
  • The old oak tree was a paragon of strength and resilience.

noun the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset

  • Having patience is a virtue that is often rewarded in the long run.
  • Just hang in there and have some patience, things will work out eventually.
  • Dude, you gotta chill and have some patience, everything will fall into place.
  • Patience is like a muscle that grows stronger with practice.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'self-restrained' describes someone who exercises control over their actions or emotions

  • She displayed a great deal of self-restrained during the heated argument.
  • He managed to stay self-restrained even when provoked by his annoying coworker.
  • I can't believe he stayed so self-restrained when that guy cut him off in traffic.
  • The artist's self-restrained use of color created a sense of calm in the painting.

noun the quality of being concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own

adjective selfless

  • Her selflessness in volunteering at the homeless shelter is truly admirable.
  • I was blown away by his selflessness when he offered to help me move without hesitation.
  • Dude, her selflessness in always covering for her friends is next level.
  • The artist's selflessness in sharing her creative process with others is like a beacon of light in a dark world.

noun moderation or self-restraint, especially in regards to alcohol or other indulgences

  • The concept of temperance is often emphasized in philosophical discussions about ethics and self-control.
  • My grandmother always talks about the importance of temperance when it comes to eating sweets.
  • Dude, you seriously need to work on your temperance when it comes to spending money.
  • In her paintings, the artist uses color with a temperance that creates a sense of harmony and balance.

noun the quality or state of being unselfish; selflessness

  • Her unselfishness in always putting others' needs before her own is truly admirable.
  • I appreciate your unselfishness in helping me out without expecting anything in return.
  • Her unselfishness is off the charts - she's always looking out for everyone else.
  • The unselfishness of the sun in providing light and warmth to all living beings is a powerful metaphor for selflessness.

noun the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; the quality of being wise

  • The ancient philosopher's teachings are filled with wisdom that is still relevant today.
  • My grandma always shares her wisdom with me when I need advice.
  • Dude, you gotta listen to what she says, she's got mad wisdom.
  • In the journey of life, wisdom is the compass that guides us through the unknown.