humility

noun

hyü-ˈmi-lə-tē How to pronounce humility (audio)
Definition of humilitynext
as in meekness
the absence of any feelings of being better than others displaying genuine humility, the peace activist accepted the Nobel Prize on behalf of all who have worked to end the violence

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Recent Examples of humility Her basic goodness, her humility, her generosity of spirit, were inspirational. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2026 The success unfolding at Target, Starbucks, and Nike shows that wisdom, humility, hard work, and imagination can payoff when the boards are patient. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026 In 2004, the league established the Dernell Stenson Sportsmanship Award, honoring a player who demonstrates perseverance and humility. — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 But while that might suggest arrogance, Dawson’s answer to another question reflects humility. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for humility
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  1. meekness
  2. humbleness
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  • The third revealed meekness as spiritual strength – the willingness to let God lead thought and action.
    — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Aug. 2026
  • And Jesus' answer is one takes it through meekness, peacemaking, humility, love, etc.
    — Jason DeRose, NPR, 26 May 2026
Definition of meekness
Noun
  • My polite humbleness had worked wonders.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 June 2026
  • The humbleness comes from the fact that Mendoza wasn’t supposed to be here.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of humbleness

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“Humility.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humility. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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