humbled

[ˈhʌmbld]

humbled Definition

  • 1feeling less important or proud because of something that has happened
  • 2showing a lack of pride or self-assertiveness

Using humbled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "humbled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I was humbled by the support of my community.

  • Example

    The experience of climbing the mountain left him feeling humbled.

  • Example

    She was humbled by the praise she received from her colleagues.

humbled Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: humbled in Brief

'Humbled' [ˈhʌmbld] refers to feeling less important or proud due to an event or experience. It is often used to describe a person who is modest and unassuming, and can be seen as the opposite of arrogant or conceited. Examples include 'I was humbled by the support of my community' and 'The experience of climbing the mountain left him feeling humbled.'

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