Humility - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |hjuːˈmɪlətɪ|  American pronunciation of the word humility
Brit.  |hjʊˈmɪlɪtɪ|  British pronunciation of the word humility

noun

- a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride
not everyone regards humility as a virtue
- a humble feeling
he was filled with humility at the sight of the Pope

Extra examples

He accepted the honor with humility.

The ordeal taught her humility.

...the young soprano retains an unfeigned humility that is surprising, given the critical acclaim she has received...

She accepted the award with a becoming humility.

I'll habit my behaviour in humility.

He tried the tone of humility; he tried that of audacity. (Jas. Mill)

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