Medium English Words
For the SAT and college: the words of the SAT’s reading passages. 1,119 words, A to Z.
4 words match “humble”
humble adjective
not proud; not thinking you are better than others
Despite winning many medals, the athlete stayed humble.
Like modest, unassuming, meek
humility noun
the quality of not thinking you are better than others
The great scientist spoke with humility about her discoveries.
Like modesty, humbleness, meekness
modest adjective
not boasting about your abilities; not large in size or amount
Despite winning the prize, she was modest about her achievement.
Like humble, unassuming, moderate
unassuming adjective
modest and not wanting attention
The unassuming scientist never talked about her many awards.
Like modest, humble, unpretentious
