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Pronunciation: [hˈʌmbə͡ld] (IPA)

Humbled is an adjective that describes a feeling of being made to feel less important than one thought they were. Some synonyms for this word include: modest, contrite, submissive, meek, deferential, respectful, unassuming, deferent, docile, lowly, and abased. These synonyms all share a similar meaning to humbled, but they can be used in slightly different contexts. For example, someone can be described as modest when they don't brag about their accomplishments, while someone who is contrite may apologize for something they've done wrong. No matter which synonym you choose to use, they all convey a sense of humility and a willingness to put oneself in a subordinate position.

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What are the opposite words for humbled?

The antonyms for the word "humbled" are proud, arrogant, boastful, conceited, egotistical, haughty, narcissistic, pompous, and self-important. These words denote the opposite of humility and suggest an inflated sense of self. A proud person is full of self-esteem and tends to look down on others. Arrogance implies overbearing or contemptuous behavior. Boastful and conceited people are overly confident and excessively proud of their achievements. An egotistical person is selfish and excessively concerned with themselves. Haughty and narcissistic people are absorbed in their own appearance and importance, and tend to be dismissive of others. Pompous people are pretentious and self-centered, and can come across as condescending.

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Usage examples for Humbled

What is the man's judgment regarding Christ worth who is not conscious of his own littleness and humbled by his own guilt?
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
After all his desire to see him humbled, he felt a sense of shame in watching the old man's abject humility and remorse.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
I think I've never in my life felt quite so humbled-so overwhelmed with the goodness of my fellows, and my own unworthiness.
"Lonesome Land"
B. M. Bower

Famous quotes with Humbled

  • Between Clive Owen winning at the Golden Globes and the British Academy announcing its nominations, of which Sideways received only one, I'm feeling pretty humbled these days.
    Thomas Haden Church
  • Jealousy is not at all low, but it catches us humbled and bowed down, at first sight.
    Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
  • Great is the difference betwixt a man's being frightened at, and humbled for his sins.
    Thomas Fuller
  • You forget how many people watch TV until you come into a town like this. Everybody knows you, and I'm always humbled, especially when there are 500 little kids who all have their hair done like yours and want to be designers.
    Genevieve Gorder
  • While I have some regrets that this is my last opportunity to deliver a State of the State address, I appreciate and am humbled by the opportunities this great state has given me.
    Jane D. Hull

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