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Humility

Hyoo-MIH-lih-tee

/hjuːˈmɪlɪtiː/

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humility

Dictionary meaning

A disposition to be humble.

Examples

  • They were filled with humility at the sight of the long lasting leader.

Synonyms: humbleness

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