humbler

hum·ble

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [huhm-buh l, uhm-]
- /ˈhʌm bəl, ˈʌm-/
- /ˈhʌm.bl̩/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [huhm-buh l, uhm-]
- /ˈhʌm bəl, ˈʌm-/

Definitions of humbler word

adjective humbler not proud or arrogant; modest: to be humble although successful. 1
adjective humbler having a feeling of insignificance, inferiority, subservience, etc.: In the presence of so many world-famous writers I felt very humble. 1
adjective humbler low in rank, importance, status, quality, etc.; lowly: of humble origin; a humble home. 1
adjective humbler courteously respectful: In my humble opinion you are wrong. 1
adjective humbler low in height, level, etc.; small in size: a humble member of the galaxy. 1
verb with object humbler to lower in condition, importance, or dignity; abase. 1

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Origin of humbler

First appearance:

before 1200

One of the 9% oldest English words

1200-50; Middle English (h)umble < Old French < Latin humilis lowly, insignificant, on the ground. See humus, -ile

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Parts of speech for Humbler

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adjective

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humbler popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 97% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

humbler usage trend in Literature

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