Synonyms for

Humbled

Verb / ˈhʌmbʌld / Another word for humbled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To feel less important or proud

Synonyms & similar words

low mortify abase humiliated humble broken chagrin humiliate crushed modest humble down-to-earth unassuming meek lowly submissive deferential respectful courteous polite gentle kind unpretentious unostentatious simple unaffected homely unimposing self-effacing

Synonyms by register

Formal

subdued meek deferential unpretentious

Informal

brought down a peg put in your place taken down a notch

Literary

abashed chastened demure

Antonyms

proud arrogant conceited haughty boastful vain egotistical

Common collocations

  • deeply humbled
  • truly humbled
  • humbled by
  • humbled to
  • humbled in spirit
  • humbled by the experience
  • humbled by the response

Word family

noun humility
verb humble
adjective humble
adverb humbly

Usage note

Humbled often implies a feeling of being brought down to earth, either by a humbling experience or by a realization of one's own limitations. It is generally a positive trait, suggesting modesty and a lack of arrogance.

Example sentences

  1. After he was caught cheating, he was humbled and felt ashamed.
  2. The athlete was humbled by his loss and congratulated his opponent.
  3. She humbled herself and asked for forgiveness.
  4. The experience of living in poverty humbled him.
  5. He was humbled by the kindness of strangers who helped him during his time of need.

Quotes

  • Pride makes us artificial and humility makes us real.
  • Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less.
  • True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.

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