Definitions
- Describing a person's attitude towards authority or a higher power. - Referring to a request or apology made with respect and deference. - Talking about an action or behavior that shows modesty or humility.
- Describing a person's response to criticism or reprimand. - Referring to a submissive or passive attitude in the face of authority or aggression. - Talking about an action or behavior that shows timidity or lack of confidence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a submissive or deferential attitude.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's behavior or actions.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify verbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Attitude: Humbly implies a respectful and modest attitude, while meekly suggests a more passive or timid attitude.
- 2Response: Humbly is often used in the context of requests or apologies, while meekly is used to describe responses to criticism or orders.
- 3Confidence: Humbly does not necessarily imply a lack of confidence, while meekly suggests a lack of assertiveness or self-assurance.
- 4Connotation: Humbly has a positive connotation of showing respect and humility, while meekly can have a negative connotation of being too submissive or weak.
- 5Usage: Humbly is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while meekly is more limited in its usage.
Remember this!
Humbly and meekly both describe a submissive or deferential attitude, but they differ in their connotation and usage. Humbly implies a respectful and modest attitude, often used in the context of requests or apologies, while meekly suggests a more passive or timid attitude, used to describe responses to criticism or orders. Humbly is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while meekly is more limited in its usage and can have a negative connotation.
