What is another word for Humbles?

Pronunciation: [hˈʌmbə͡lz] (IPA)

Humbles is a word that represents humility, meekness and modesty. Synonyms for the word include words like unassuming, unpretentious, lowly, humble, and down-to-earth. Other synonyms with similar meanings include words such as unostentatious, demure, meek, deferential, resigned, submissive, and self-effacing. These synonyms all have in common the idea of being modest and unassuming in one's behavior and demeanor. While the word humble can sometimes carry negative connotations of someone being subjugated or oppressed, its synonyms often have a more positive association with being kind, gentle, and generous towards others.

What are the hypernyms for Humbles?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Humbles

"No," she continued with heightened colour, "I know that you are not selfish enough to burden me with this unbearable grief and remorse, only because it Humbles your pride to acknowledge your sufferings to a woman."
"The Dead Lake and Other Tales"
Paul Heyse
Ah, the common law of hunger brings you down and Humbles your pride.
"The Other Fellow"
F. Hopkinson Smith
O, how the prospect Humbles me!
"Memoir and Diary of John Yeardley, Minister of the Gospel"
John Yeardley

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