humbleness meaning

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humbleness (noun): a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride.

humbleness has 3 meanings in this dictionary.

humbleness as a noun

  1. a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride
    • not everyone regards humility as a virtue

    Synonyms: humility

    Type of: trait

    Kinds: meekness

    Related forms: humble

  2. a humble feeling
    • he was filled with humility at the sight of the Pope

    Synonyms: humility

    Type of: feeling

    Kinds: meekness, self-depreciation

  3. the state of being humble and unimportant

    Synonyms: unimportance, obscureness, lowliness

    Type of: obscurity

    Related forms: humble

Scrabble score: 17 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with HU · words ending in SS · 10-letter words

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