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
1
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 notesIn plain EnglishDoing something in a modest way, without showing off or acting proud.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more humbly
- Superlative
- most humbly
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Etymology
From humble plus the adverb-forming ending -ly.
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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.
