Words Of Humility

3 words in this vocabulary list

verb to admit that one was wrong or accept humiliation and defeat

  • After making a mistake, it is important to admit it and eat crow.
  • I really thought I was right, but I had to eat crow when I found out I was wrong.
  • I had to eat crow when I realized I had misunderstood the instructions.
  • He thought he was going to win the argument, but ended up having to eat crow when he was proven wrong.

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate manner, time, place, degree, or frequency

  • He humbly accepted the award for his contributions to the community.
  • She humbly thanked her friends for their support during a difficult time.
  • I humbly apologize for stepping on your toe, bro.
  • The tree humbly swayed in the wind, bending to nature's will.

verb past tense of humble, meaning to lower someone in dignity or importance

adjective feeling or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance

  • I was truly humbled by the recognition I received at the awards ceremony.
  • I felt so humbled when my friends surprised me with a birthday party.
  • Getting a promotion at work really humbled me, I couldn't believe it!
  • The vastness of the universe always leaves me feeling humbled and small in comparison.