adverb Uncommon

humbly

HUHMB-lee

Humbly (adverb) means In a modest, unassuming way, without pride or arrogance. Example: “She humbly accepted the award, thanking her mentors.”

adverb

In a modest, unassuming way, without pride or arrogance.

"She humbly accepted the award, thanking her mentors."

"He humbly admitted he still had a lot to learn."

How to use humbly

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDoing something in a modest way, without showing off or acting proud.

Word forms

more humbly comparative, most humbly superlative

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Etymology

From humble plus the adverb-forming ending -ly.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “humbly” mean?

The word “humbly” means in a modest, unassuming way, without pride or arrogance. In plain terms, doing something in a modest way, without showing off or acting proud.

How do you pronounce “humbly”?

“Humbly” is pronounced HUHMB-lee (/ˈhʌmbli/ in IPA).

How do you use “humbly” in a sentence?

Here is “humbly” used in a sentence: “She humbly accepted the award, thanking her mentors.”

What part of speech is “humbly”?

“Humbly” is an adverb.

Is “humbly” a common word?

“Humbly” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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